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At least seven civilians were killed in villages in Mambasa Territory, Ituri province, on Sunday, humanitarian partners reported. The attack followed weeks of mounting violence in the province, bringing the death toll to more than 170 in May alone. Violence also continued in North and South Kivu provinces, where armed clashes prevented people from accessing … Read more

In the secret ballot, Mr. Rahman secured 99 votes to Mr. Kakouri’s 91. A total of 190 ballots were cast, with no invalid votes or abstentions. The presidency rotates among the UN’s five regional groups, and the 81st session falls to the Asia-Pacific group. Mr. Rahman will serve a one-year term starting on 8 September. … Read more