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On Mine Action Day, UN reaffirms support for a safe and secure Somalia
Mogadishu – Marking the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Somalia in the fight against explosive hazards for a safe and secure…
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UN aircraft makes emergency landing in Mogadishu
Mogadishu — A United Nations aircraft in Somalia today executed a successful emergency landing in Mogadishu after detecting a landing gear malfunction. Operated by the UN Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), the aircraft was en…
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Secretary-General appoints Mr. James Swan of the United States as Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS)
New York — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced today the appointment of James Swan of the United States as his Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Transitional Assistance…
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UNIFIL statement (22 March 2025)
UNIFIL remains alarmed by the possible escalation of violence following the detection of four projectiles launched at around 7:30 am from Lebanon into Israel in the vicinity of Metula and triggering immediate retaliation by…
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UN in Somalia marks International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Mogadishu – Marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the United Nations in Somalia today reaffirmed its support and commitment in promoting equality, dignity and respect for all. “Racial…
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Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Somalia
New York — The Secretary-General strongly condemns today’s attack in Somalia targeting a convoy carrying President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud which resulted in casualties. He expresses his condolences to the families of the…
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On International Women’s Day, UN welcomes progress and calls for decisive steps to achieve gender equality in Somalia
Mogadishu – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the United Nations in Somalia congratulates Somali women for their continued efforts and achievements in advancing women’s political participation in peace processes…
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UN in Somalia sends its best wishes to all Somalis for Ramadan
Mogadishu – As the Holy Month of Ramadan begins, the United Nations in Somalia extends its best wishes to all Somalis during this time. "Ramadan is a time for reflection, compassion, solidarity and helping those in need. On…
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Joint Statement of United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert and UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Lt. Gen. Aroldo Lázaro (18 February 2025)
Today marks the end of the period set for the withdrawal of the Israel Defense Forces south of the Blue Line and the parallel Lebanese Armed Forces deployment to positions in southern Lebanon, as envisaged by the Cessation of…
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UNIFIL statement (14 February 2025)
This evening a UNIFIL convoy taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport was violently attacked, and a vehicle was set on fire. UNIFIL’s outgoing Deputy Force Commander, who was returning home after ending his mission, was injured…