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5 Mar 2013

UN arms embargo on Somalia 'must stay in place'

It is premature for the UN Security Council to consider lifting an arms embargo on Somalia, leading to armed groups getting even more weapons.
23 Oct 2012

Aid agency warns about danger of armed conflict in Mali

Talk of military intervention in Mali must face the reality of the most vulnerable groups, who risk getting caught in the crossfire, warns World Vision.
26 Aug 2012

Faith leaders in India protect refugees from Assam violence

Religious groups have assured safety and protection to thousands of people fleeing sectarian violence in India's northeastern Assam state.
15 Sep 2011

NGOs urge transparency over casualties of armed violence

States have a clear but largely unmet responsibility for full and transparent reporting of those killed in armed violence, a new charter says.