UN chief seeks action on Syria sieges, barrel bombsDenouncing a business-as-usual approach to Syria, UN chief Ban Ki-moon called for urgent action to lift sieges on civilians and to end barrel bomb attacks.
New Pentagon chief could collide with White HouseAshton Carter was confirmed as US defense secretary, and he could soon find himself at odds with a White House that clashed with previous Pentagon chiefs.
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UN pulls support to DR Congo operationThe United Nations is temporarily pulling support to the Democratic Republic of Congo's planned military operation to drive out rebels.
No decision yet on Ukraine arms aid: ObamaUS President Barack Obama said no decision had been made on whether to send weapons to Ukraine to help Kiev battle pro-Russian separatists.
NATO agrees to boost defences in eastern EuropeNATO defence ministers agreed to immediately set up six bases in eastern Europe and establish a spearhead force of 5,000 troops in response to Russian aggression.
Fierce fighting rages for key Ukraine townBattles raged between government forces and pro-Russian rebels for control of a strategic transport hub as the death toll mounted in east Ukraine.