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Rouhani says US ‘faces defeat’ as its attempt to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran met with international opposition

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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has expressed confidence that Washington’s bid to unilaterally reimpose UN sanctions on his country will fail, noting that even US allies oppose the decision. … Read More >Rouhani says US ‘faces defeat’ as its attempt to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran met with international opposition

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United Nations will not support Washington’s unilateral move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran, says organization’s chief

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The UN will not support a US push to restore sanctions against Tehran without the approval of its Security Council, where an overwhelming majority of member states oppose Washington’s efforts in spite of threats. … Read More >United Nations will not support Washington’s unilateral move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran, says organization’s chief

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US faces ‘more’ isolation after ‘null & void’ move to unilaterally reimpose UN sanctions, Tehran warns

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Tehran has rebuked Washington’s decision to unilaterally reimpose UN sanctions on the Islamic Republic, predicting that the move will damage the US’ standing in the international community. … Read More >US faces ‘more’ isolation after ‘null & void’ move to unilaterally reimpose UN sanctions, Tehran warns

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Venezuelan police & security forces committed ‘arbitrary killings and systemic torture,’ UN fact-finding mission claims

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A UN probe alleges that Venezuelan police and security forces carried out extrajudicial executions and otherwise massively violated human rights. Caracas argued the UN action against it was part of a hostile US-led campaign. … Read More >Venezuelan police & security forces committed ‘arbitrary killings and systemic torture,’ UN fact-finding mission claims

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Iran & IAEA reveal deal on inspections day after UNSC president dismisses US sanctions ‘snap back’ bid

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Tehran has struck a deal with the UN’s nuclear watchdog to allow inspectors into two suspected former nuclear sites. The breakthrough comes just days after Washington demanded the UN slap Iran with fresh sanctions. … Read More >Iran & IAEA reveal deal on inspections day after UNSC president dismisses US sanctions ‘snap back’ bid

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More Than 10,000 Daesh Fighters Active in Syria, Iraq – UN Counterterror Chief

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Despite Daesh losing its territory in the Middle East around two years ago, over 10,000 of the group’s fighters remain active “in small cells” between the countries of Syria and Iraq, according to new statements from Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Office Vladimir Voronkov. … Read More >More Than 10,000 Daesh Fighters Active in Syria, Iraq – UN Counterterror Chief