The United Nations on Monday released $135 million from its humanitarian fund to help 12 countries in Africa, the Middle East and the Americas battle hunger, UN spokesman Farhan Haq said in a press briefing

UN Special Envoy for Libya Jan Kubis said on Friday the withdrawal of foreign fighters and mercenaries has recently stalled, contributing to further division of the country

Russia will continue to help Chad in training personnel, including those for the armed forces, President Vladimir Putin said during presentation of letter of credence ceremony on Tuesday