Fwd: CONCERNED OVER POTENTIAL VIOLENCE IN BURUNDI, UN CHIEF URGES RESUMPTION OF DIALOGUE

Web version   New York Jun 4 2015 5:00PM   UN News Centre with breaking news from the UN News Service  Burundians arriving in Rwanda after fleeing pre-election violence. Photo: UNHCR/Kate Holt CONCERNED OVER POTENTIAL VIOLENCE IN BURUNDI, UN CHIEF URGES RESUMPTION OF DIALOGUE Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon remains concerned about the potential for escalating violence in Burundi and has reiterated his call for calm and restraint amid the African country's simmering political tensions. Read more RELATED Burundi: UN urges return to political dialogue amid ongoing tensions, humanitarian crisis The United Nations is continuing its efforts to facilitate a dialogue among Burundian stakeholders amid the country's ongoing political deadlock and a burgeoning humanitarian crisis, a spokesperson for the Organization announced today. Read more TOPICS Peace and Security -  Economic Development -  Humanitarian Aid -  Environment -  Human Rights -  UN Affais, Secretary-General -  Women, Children, Population -  Law, Crime Prevention -  Health, Poverty -  Culture, Education United Nations News Center mailing system If you have problems reading this, please consult the web version UN News Service Contact Unsubscribe Radio News and Media