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Zeinabou Maata, a Muslim from Mauritania, is one of 50 women serving on the frontlines of preventing the spread of violent extremism in her country, with UN support.
“Our religion is a true, honest religion that treats women with justice and fairness,” she said, leaning forward for emphasis.
Exclusive: Charities and civil groups say FO pursued an over-optimistic agenda of ‘democracy first’ in Sudan
Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor
The UK Foreign Office has been accused of ignoring repeated warnings from Sudanese groups and western experts that Sudan was teetering on the brink of a conflict that would lead to mass atrocities and identity-based crimes.… Read the rest
KOHIMA, Jun 20 (NEPS): Nagaland Power Minister, KG Kenye called on Union Power Minister, RK Singh in his office, New Delhi, today.
During the meeting, the Nagaland Power Minister appraised him of the Power scenerio in the State.
Kenye deeply appreciated his genuine concerns and assurance to assist the State in various aspects which are available to bring them at par with the rest and improve the situation.… Read the rest
German Marshall Fund says oligarchs biding their time until after war ends to reassert their influence
Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor
Western powers will only protect Ukraine’s multibillion-dollar postwar recovery if they agree a unified strategy to make aid conditional on clear progress on combating judicial corruption, reinstating the obligation on Ukrainian public officials to declare assets and ensuring all recovery finds can be digitally traced, according to an authoritative report from the German Marshall Fund.… Read the rest
Authorities warn of landslides after conducting several thousand flood rescues in two days
At least 11 people were killed in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul after an extra-tropical cyclone struck the region, according to the state’s authorities.