Food supplies are lined up for distribution to people facing hunger and in need of humanitarian assistance in Herat in western Afghanistan.

News in Brief 14 September 2021

14 September 2021

News in Brief

First humanitarian flight to Kabul marks ‘turning point’: WFP
After 10 years of war in Syria, siege tactics make their return
Unremitting suffering in Yemen in spotlight at Human Rights Council

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Hamburger with Fries. WHO has released the REPLACE guidelines, to eliminate industrially-produced trans-fatty acids from food suplly.

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News in Brief 2 July 2020

2 July 2020

News in Brief

Protect ordinary Afghans ahead of peace talks, urges UN Mission chief
‘Transfats’ from processed foods may increase risk of developing ovarian cancer: UN scientists
UN’s top rights official urges Nicaragua to release political prisoners

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An explosives specialist conducts mine clearance operations after detecting a piece of metal in the mountains near Kabul, Afghanistan.

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Rising landmine blast toll in Afghanistan highlights long-term care needs of survivors

6 February 2019

Peace and Security

The number of casualties in Afghanistan from landmines and other explosives has more than tripled since 2012, the UN said on Wednesday, in support of a call to provide more long-term support for survivors.

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