Leading the NewsLibyaOn August 13th, the latest round of the United Nations (U.N.)-facilitated Libyan political dialogue concluded in Geneva, Switzerland. According to the U.N. Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), the parties reiterated their conviction that there can be no alternative to peace in Libya outside the U.N. dialogue process. In addition, UNSMIL reported participants emphasized the need to set aside partisan agendas and uphold the country’s higher national interests and underscored their determination to conclude the dialogue process as soon as possible, with a target date within the coming three weeks. The conclusion of the latest round of talks was noted here.On August 14th, Reuters reported around 37 people have been killed in clashes between Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) fighters and a Salafist Muslim group battling for control of Sirte. Fighting began last week when the Salafist Muslim group attacked ISIL militants in the area, accusing them of … [Read more...] about U.N. Support Mission in Libya, World Health Organization and more: Africa Update for August 20, 2015
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Africa Update for August 27, 2015
South Sudan On August 25th, a panel of United Nations (U.N.) experts monitoring U.N. sanctions on South Sudan released a report disclosing evidence that South Sudanese soldiers raped children, burned people alive in their homes, and hunted others for days as part of its tactics in the country’s recent civil war. U.N. investigators noted extreme violence against civilians, committed by all parties to the political conflict. On August 25th, U.N. Special Representative for South Sudan and head of the U.N. Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Ellen Margrethe Loj briefed the U.N. Security Council on peace negotiations in the country. She reported that rival parties in South Sudan were anticipated to convene a mini-summit on August 26th, during which the South Sudanese Government was expected to sign the agreement already endorsed by former Vice President Riek Machar. While a final agreement appeared within reach, Special Representative Loj warned the security situation on the ground … [Read more...] about Africa Update for August 27, 2015
Husker notes: Charlie McBride influences new Nebraska defensive coordinator Erik Chinander
LINCOLN — Defensive coordinator Erik Chinander's message to his defense before the spring game will be pretty simple. He’s just going to steal what former Husker defensive coordinator Charlie McBride told his team Thursday.“We had an awful special guest with us the last couple days, Coach Charlie McBride was here,” Chinander said. “He gave a great message, so I’ll probably try and echo some of that. I want to keep that in-house, but he gave us some great stuff.”McBride ran the defensive side of the ball for Nebraska for 23 seasons, including the great Husker defenses of the 1990s. Chinander said McBride was in town to “visit some old friends” and try and get back around the program. McBride spoke to the entire team following Thursday’s practice. “He taught me a lot over the last couple days, and I want to continue with the message he gave the kids,” Chinander said.Verduzco ready to evaluateThe quarterback … [Read more...] about Husker notes: Charlie McBride influences new Nebraska defensive coordinator Erik Chinander
Government News 8/11
Visit by Cuban President of Council of State to bolster special ties President of the Council of State and Council of Ministers of Cuba Miguel Mario Diaz Canel Bermudez The official friendly visit to Vietnam by President of the Council of State and Council of Ministers of Cuba Miguel Mario Diaz Canel Bermudez from November 8-10 aims to promote the special relationship between the two countries. It is also a step to realise agreements reached during the State visit to Cuba by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong in March this year and the visit to Vietnam by Vice President of the Council of State of Cuba Salvador Valdes Mesa last September. The solidarity and fraternal relationship between Vietnam and Cuba, which were fostered by Presidents Fidel Castro and Ho Chi Minh, have developed across fields. The relationship has become a valuable asset and a source of great encouragement for the revolutionary cause of each country. … [Read more...] about Government News 8/11