UN calls for action to increase women in peacekeeping

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution calling on the U.N. and all countries to step up action to increase the number of women in military and civilian positions at all levels in the U.N.’s far-flung peacekeeping operations. The resolution recognizes “the indispensable role of women in increasing the overall performance and effectiveness of peacekeeping operations.” The Indonesian-sponsored measure puts a spotlight on the huge disp