Myanmar: Ban urges safety of humanitarian workers

New York, Apr 1 (IBNS): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has urged the Government of Myanmar to ensure the safety and security of all staff members and their property in the wake of recent attacks against the United Nations and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Rakhine state.

Pervez Musharraf cannot travel abroad

Islamabad, Mar 31 (IBNS) A special court in Pakistan hearing the treason trial of former President General (retd) Pervez Musharraf disposed of his petitions seeking to travel abroad, according to Geo News.

Pervez Musharraf indicted for treason

Islamabad, Mar 31 (IBNS) A special court in Pakistan on Monday indicted former military President Pervez Musharraf in a treason case.

Kabul: UN voices solidarity with Afghans ahead of polls

New York, Mar 29 (IBNS): The United Nations peacekeeping chief on Friday expressed his solidarity with the Afghan people on the eve of next week’s elections and reaffirmed the world body’s support for the country through the polls and beyond.

UN urges Myanmar to ensure safety of aid workers

New York, Mar 29 (IBNS): Voicing concern about attacks this week on United Nations and non-governmental organization premises in Sittwe in Myanmar’s Rakhine state by unidentified groups of demonstrators, a senior UN official called on authorities to ensure the safety of aid workers there.