Difficulties counting the uncounted death toll in Syria add to horrors
The number of people killed in Syria is commonly assessed at more than half a million, almost certainly an undercount.
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Pope's visit to Switzerland spotlights role of church as an organization
Visiting Switzerland with a focus on refugees, Pope Francis emphasized justice and peace in service of humanitarian aid.
Refugee agency settles 'longest-running U.N. whistleblower case'
A 15-year case of retaliation against a whistleblowing former U.N. investigator finally ended in a settlement.
Dispute over Israeli settlements puts focus on war crimes tribunal
The Hague-based institution is meant to step in only when nations won't or can't dispense justice themselves.