U.N. shortcomings magnified by Syria and Ebola
The Ebola crisis and the Syria war highlight gaps in U.N. power and reform, with the five permanent members blocking changes. The WHO faced funding shortfalls and criticized leadership, while UN peacekeepers faced strains and casualties as the system proves slow to adapt.
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Iraq sacks 24 Interior Ministry officials amid IS fight
Prime Minister Haider al Abadi announced retirement of 24 Interior Ministry officials as part of a security reform effort. The move comes as Islamic State militants attack near the Syria border, killing at least 15 Iraqi policemen, underscoring the depth of Iraq's turmoil. CENTCOM said a U S airstrike near Aleppo targeted the Khorasan group as part of ongoing strikes against IS and Nusra Front in Syria.
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Shrinking Pentagon pool as Obama eyes new defense secretary
The White House faces a slim list of contenders to replace Chuck Hagel. Ash Carter and Robert Work are top candidates, with Jeh Johnson recently declining. Critics say the role lacks political appeal amid budget strains and White House micromanagement.
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