UN Special Envoy for Cyprus Alexander Downer says he is “cautiously optimistic” about the talks on Cyprus, while not underestimating the difficulties involved. He asserted that the two Cypriot leaders are committed to the process and to a successful negotiation. UNTV
UNICEF works’ with the European Commission Humanitarian aid department (ECHO) to help Palestinian children and their families cope with the violence that haunts their daily lives by providing counseling and giving children opportunities to play in safety. UNICEF
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is appealing for five million Swiss francs (4.4. million dollars) to finance its initial response to the imminent risk of an H1N1 influenza pandemic. UNTV