Nearly five million Syrians dependent on humanitarian assistance, says refugee official
Humanitarian official warns of 'severe humanitarian crisis' in South Kordofan, Blue Nile states
Goal is to retake the country's north from Islamist militant groups
In rare move, 14 of the security council’s 15 members read public statements of their views instead of seeking formal action by the council
UN Ambassador Susan Rice said US will be working with the international community toward an appropriate action on North Korea following UN condemnation of launch
Fear is that instability in northern Mali is threatening peace, security in entire region
Plea for 3,300-member, African-led force to help recapture northern Mali - ruled by Islamist militants - deemed urgent
Top contender to replace Hillary Clinton caught in battle between White House, Republican lawmakers over Libya attack
Veteran diplomat Lakhdar Brahimi says international community must work toward negotiated political solution
Palestinians sought upgrade, despite stiff opposition and possible negative repercussions from Israel and US
Lakhdar Brahimi says parties are no closer to reaching any kind of political settlement
More than 60 countries are co-sponsoring the resolution but it will not have support of key countries such as the US and some Europeans
If granted, move would likely assure Palestinian Authority access to key UN agencies
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will address General Assembly on Thursday seeking enhanced observer status as non-member state
Report accuses neighboring Rwanda and Uganda of providing the M23 rebel group with material support
Resolution condemns attacks by M23 rebels, demands their immediate withdrawal from Goma
France plans to introduce resolution sanctioning M23 rebels, others
Rare late-night session was prompted by a request from Egypt and council member Morocco on behalf of the Palestinians
Report says world body failed by not confronting Sri Lankan government for its responsibility in violations of international law
Of 18 countries elected to Geneva-based body, human rights advocates say only about a third are qualified
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