Peacekeepers serving the UN continue to be dedicated to protecting vulnerable civilians despite growing security threats and often difficult living conditions, according to the Assistant Secretary-General for UN peacekeeping.

Edmond Mulet was speaking ahead of the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, marked annually on 29 May.

More than 3300 women and men serving the organization as peacekeepers have lost their lives since the UN's first operation in 1948.

Stephanie Coutrix began by asking Mr Mulet about the importance of having an international day dedicated to them.

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