U.N. Peacekeepers
U.S. says Russia's Wagner Group helped push U.N. forces out of Mali
"We have no indication that Wagner is decreasing its intent to exploit African countries despite the events of last weekend," the NSC's John Kirby said.
As Russia vows Wagner will stay in Africa, U.N. forces prepare to exit Mali
"Securing the constructive cooperation of the Malian authorities will be essential to facilitate the process," a U.N. Peacekeeping spokesperson tells Newsweek.
U.N. Peacekeepers Seek More Troops, Better Weapons to Face New Threats
"We are operating in an asymmetrical environment where our convoys, our camps, our troops are attacked on a regular basis," MINUSMA chief El-Ghassim Wane said.
Inclusive Leadership at the U.N.: Breaking Barriers to Change the Culture
When we challenge barriers, whether they be physical, emotional, or institutional, it influences those around us, hopefully for the better.
United Nations Bans Sri Lankan Troops Over General Accused of War Crimes
A month after the appointment of Lt. General Shavendra Silva as chief of the Sri Lankan army, the United Nations announced a ban on Sri Lankan troops, citing concern over Silva's involvement in the death of tens of thousands of Sri Lankan Tamils during civil war.
Over 10,000 Troops Try to Prevent Israel-Lebanon War
More than 10,000 troops from 41 countries are deployed between Israel and Lebanon, which threaten to go to war once again.
Lebanese Army Told to Prepare for War With Israel
On the eve of Lebanon's 74th anniversary of independence, the country's army chief said troops should "fully prepare" to face threats from Israel.
Scandal-Wracked U.N Mission to Haiti Ends
The U.N. announced new measures in March to tackle sexual abuse and exploitation by its troops and personnel—but in Haiti, it's time for a smaller mission.
South Sudan Accepts 4,000 Extra U.N. Peacekeepers
Renewed fighting broke out in the world's newest country in July.
Why Central African Republic Still Needs Peacekeepers
The U.N. mission has played a key role in stabilizing the war-torn country.
Senator Threatens to Pull U.N. Funding Over Sex Abuse
The U.S. currently contributes about a quarter of the $8 billion budgeted for peacekeeping missions.
Child Sex Abuse by U.N. Forces. Where's the Outrage?
The State Department should investigate whether any U.S. taxpayer-funded U.N. peacekeeper engaged in child sex.
U.N. to Send Troops Home From CAR Amid Sex Abuse Crisis
The U.N.'s mission in CAR has uncovered a further seven alleged cases of sexual abuse and exploitation.
U.N. Says Peacekeepers Paid 50 Cents for Sex With Girls
The alleged abuse took place in an IDP camp in the country's capital, Bangui.
Ukraine Calls on U.N. To Send Peacekeepers to the East
Kiev's representative has invited Ban Ki-moon to send an assessment mission.
Why China Is Suddenly Increasing Its Stake in the U.N.'s Troubled Humanitarian Forces
Will China's increased commitment to the peacekeeping forces be a blessing or a curse?
China Leaves Rest of 'Big Five' Behind With U.N. Peacekeeping Pledge
Beijing currently has 3,000 troops on peacekeeping duty; the U.S. has less than 100.
U.N. Force Fought Its Way Out of Danger in the Golan Heights
Despite orders to hold their fire, a group of U.N. peacekeepers held off al Qaeda-linked militants for 3 days
