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UN probe finds no widespread refugee abuse by aid workers, but urges preventive action

Charges of extensive sexual exploitation of refugees in West Africa by aid workers and United Nations peacekeepers have not been confirmed by a thorough investigation by the UN watchdog office, which today issued concrete recommendations for preventing and handling even isolated cases of abuse.

UNICEF hails entry into force of accord to protect children from sexual abuse

UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, today hailed the entry into force of an international accord designed to thwart the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography.