The UN describes al Qaeda’s relationship with the Taliban as “long-standing” and “strong,” finding that the international terrorist organization “continues to see Afghanistan as a safe haven for its leadership.” Keep Reading
“Frustrated travelers” were adding to the complexity of the threat, namely fighters who’d failed to reach main battlegrounds but been diverted elsewhere. Keep Reading
Statistics "underlining once more that if we want to reduce disaster losses, then we must improve how we manage disaster risk." Keep Reading
The study from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime draws on information from 142 countries, examining trafficking trends and patterns. Keep Reading
IWF chair said Haley has defended America's interests “confidently, clearly, and with steadfast moral compass, and without apology." Keep Reading
In the past 100 years, 58 tsunamis have claimed more than 260,000 lives, or an average of 4,600 per disaster, surpassing any other natural hazard. Keep Reading
The number of enforced disappearances continues to be unacceptably high worldwide, with 820 new cases reported between May 2017 and this past May. Keep Reading
Criminal groups join hands with terrorists, and are providing services such as counterfeiting, arms dealing, and helping to smuggle terrorists from one country to another. Keep Reading
In low-income countries, an average of 130 people died per million living in disaster-affected areas, compared to just 18 in high-income countries. Keep Reading
Briefing also shed light on the UN's efforts in implementing the Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact that was signed by the UN Secretary-General and 36 United Nations entities. Keep Reading
