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You will probably have heard about the VICE journalist/reporter, who spent three weeks with the Islamic State (of Iraq and Syria). He was allowed to film ISIS both at the frontline and during its activities in its newly established ‘State’. The documentary gives an insight in the organisation and the way it operates. It clearly …
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Child rights violated in conflict situations with total impunity. Annual report of the Secretary General on children and armed conflict. Iraq: UN humanitarian officials raises concern about humanitarian situation, abuse of women, girls. Syria rebel groups reject ‘Islamic caliphate’. Libyan rebels to open two remaining oil terminals. Analysis: Should Uganda withdraw from South Sudan? 58 …
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