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    Today is . In her latest op-ed, Ambassador Karen Pierce reflects on the visit to Burma/Myanmar and Bangladesh to see the refugee crisis first hand.

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  2. NEWS: Foreign Secretary announces UK strategy to protect world’s oceans. "Britain will stay at the leading edge of international marine excellence." 📰

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  3. 🏳️‍🌈 x6🏳️‍🌈 We're getting ready for our 6th parade this Sunday. Here are some of our favourite moments from past few years. See you there!

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  4. "Monsoon season, which has already started in Bangladesh, risks creating an emergency within an emergency." - After witnessing the Rohingya crisis first hand, writes that the must ensure can return home safely:

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  5. 4 days until governments are asked whether they will stand up and protect the . Thousands of soldiers suffered from chemical weapons attacks in the Iraq-Iran war of 1980-88. 📷 Iranian women conduct training for how to respond to chemical weapons attacks

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  6. Jun 20

    Very useful meetings in Juba with Government, Parliament, civil society and IDPs. Very clear message from all corners: the people of want peace. Everyone watching talks in today.

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  7. How does yoga change the world? 🧘‍♀️ Read more below. Happy !

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  8. "A well-trained force that respects will help build trust between civilians and the government of and thereby help to mend the social fabric that has been so deeply damaged by the conflict." ~ at

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  9. In Central African Republic: 25% population driven from homes. 50% population needs humanitarian assistance. 70% famliies lack water. 80% lack latrines. But only 20% of humanitarian response plan has been funded. ~ at

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  10. The senseless death of the peacekeeper who lost his life last week is 1 of 3 in the last 5 weeks. It illustrates the deteriorating security situation in . ~ at

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  11. Happening now: briefing on Central African Republic ⌚️live at

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  12. Jun 21

    5 days until world is asked whether it will protect the . Still a continuing threat of chemical weapons use by terrorists (📷1995 Japan Sarin attack). currently not empowered to help countries say who was responsible. We think that needs to change.

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  13. Jun 20

    Living as a Rohingya refugee in Bangladesh is hot and busy ☀️ and requires a lot of walking 🚶‍♂️ Spend a day with Ansar in Kutupalong camp 🇧🇩

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  14. 44,400 people were forced to flee their homes every day in 2017 25.4 million people are refugees 52% of them are children The UK is working around the world to support those who have been forced from their homes. Retweet if you stand

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  15. From celebrity cooking lessons on Iraqi cuisine to art workshops in Cox's Bazar, the world is celebrating the unique cultures of refugees around the globe. Follow the live blog on !

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  16. Jun 20

    Six days until the world is asked whether it will stand up and protect the . Outside the battlefield of WWI, Africa was most effected by chemical weapons. They were used in Morocco, Abyssinia, and Rhodesia. This picture shows the effects of mustard gas.

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  17. Today is International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. During the Kosovo War thousands of women suffered . The UK is supporting survivors and working to

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  18. Jun 19

    FCO Minister Lord Ahmed discusses national experiences on advancing rights with key change makers. Good progress but a long way to go.

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  19. Jun 19

    US decision to withdraw from the Human Rights Council is regrettable. Reform necessary, but UK is here to stay - crucial to holding states to account

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  20. Jun 19

    We all need to and eliminate the stigmatization, marginalization and discrimination that come with

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