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The World Food Programme said it was providing critical operational support to the medical response teams and providing food assistance to Ebola contacts and their families as part of the effort to stem Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). WFP

Actor and activist Alec Baldwin held a conversation with representatives of indigenous peoples’ groups on how to respond to attacks on indigenous peoples and other environmental defenders in order to protect their rights and the tropical rainforests where many of them live. UNIFEED

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Briefing by Monica Grayley, Spokesperson for the President of the 73rd Session of the General Assembly.

The Government of Malawi in coordination with the World Health Organization (WHO) launched the world’s first malaria vaccine in a landmark pilot programme. The country is the first of three in Africa in which the vaccine will be made available to children up to 2 years of age; Ghana and Kenya will introduce the vaccine in the coming weeks. WHO

The UN Security Council adopted a resolution which encourages a survivor-centred approach to preventing and responding to sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict situation. UNIFEED

Bangladeshi peacekeepers are traveling to remote parts in Northern Mali to provide security and free medical consultations to villagers in remote areas. MINUSMA

Nearly three weeks since fighting began near the Libyan capital Tripoli, the UN health agency warned that “large numbers” of people are sheltering in clinics, while civilians continue to be killed or injured and refugees and migrants remain exposed to clashes. UNTV CH

Indigenous people’s traditional knowledge must be preserved and valued globally, speakers stress as permanent forum opens annual session.

Delegates highlight crucial potential role of millennials in creating sustainable future, as General Assembly marks tenth International Mother Earth Day.