China Calls on Israel to Ensure Humanitarian Aid Access to Gaza
China urges Israel to meet humanitarian obligations in Gaza, calling for rapid and safe entry of aid supplies amid a worsening crisis.
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21 Critically Ill Gaza Children Evacuated Amid Border Closures
Twenty-one critically ill children were evacuated from Gaza’s Nasser Hospital, marking the first medical evacuation since border closures in early May left thousands without access to treatment.
UN Raises Alarm Over Worsening Food Crisis in South Sudan
The UN warns of a deepening food crisis in South Sudan, with 79,000 people facing catastrophic hunger amid violence, floods, and economic instability.
UN Official Highlights Dire Humanitarian Needs in Somalia
A UN official urges global partners to provide funding to address terrorist threats and dire humanitarian needs in Somalia, emphasizing the urgency of international support.
UN Warns of Health Risks from Mounting Solid Waste in Gaza
UNRWA warns that over 299,370 tonnes of solid waste piling up in Gaza pose significant health risks to residents. The agency calls for unimpeded humanitarian access and a ceasefire to restore humane living conditions.
WHO Launches Lifesaving Project for 900,000 Somalis Affected by Climate Crisis
WHO launches a project to provide life-saving interventions to nearly 900,000 Somalis affected by floods and droughts by 2024.
ICRC President Calls for Urgent Humanitarian Aid in Gaza, Commends China’s Support
ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger highlights urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza and acknowledges China’s support in promoting humanitarianism and international humanitarian law.
Animals Caught in Gaza Conflict: Rafah Zoo’s Plea for Help
Amid the conflict in Gaza, the Rafah Zoo’s animals face peril as zookeeper Fathi Gomaa struggles to save them. Many have been relocated, but urgent assistance is needed for those left behind.
US-Built Floating Dock in Gaza Strip Collapses After One Week, Sparking Controversy
A $320 million floating dock built by the U.S. in the Gaza Strip collapsed after just one week, sparking controversy and raising questions about the quality of humanitarian aid initiatives.
Hope and Resilience: Displaced Families Find Shelter in Gaza’s Al-Daraj School
Amid conflict in Gaza, Al-Daraj School has become a refuge for 3,600 displaced Palestinians. The UNRWA-affiliated school shelters families and offers hope during challenging times.
Floods in Afghanistan’s Baghlan Province Displace 40,000 Children: Save the Children
Severe floods in Afghanistan’s Baghlan province have left 40,000 children homeless, says Save the Children, as communities grapple with extensive damage and urgent humanitarian needs.
Rafah’s Last 24-Hour Hospital Faces Shutdown Amid Fuel and Supply Shortages
Kuwait Specialty Hospital in Rafah faces imminent shutdown due to fuel and supply shortages amid escalating humanitarian crisis following recent military operations.
Heavy Rains Trigger Devastating Flash Floods in Northern Afghanistan
Heavy rains on May 10 triggered devastating flash floods across northern Afghanistan, killing over 330 people and wreaking havoc in Baghlan, Takhar, Badakhshan, and Ghor provinces.
Deadly Floods in Kenya Claim 13 Lives, Displace Nearly 15,000, Says UN
Heavy rains in Kenya have led to deadly floods, killing at least 13 people and displacing nearly 15,000, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
Protecting Humanitarian Workers in Conflict Zones: An Urgent Global Imperative
Humanitarian workers are increasingly targeted in conflict zones, jeopardizing their safety and the vital aid they provide. This article examines the urgent need to protect them under international law.
UN Security Council Passes Resolution Calling for Gaza Ceasefire
The UN Security Council has passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, aiming to end hostilities and address the humanitarian crisis affecting civilians in the region.
Chinese Envoy Calls for Joint Efforts in Syrian Humanitarian Crisis Relief
A Chinese envoy urges international cooperation to alleviate Syria’s humanitarian crisis and promote political solutions, emphasizing the urgency at a UN Security Council briefing.
Escalating Crisis in Haiti: Violence Surges as Capital Descends into Anarchy
Violence surges in Haiti as the humanitarian crisis deepens and Port-au-Prince descends into anarchy. The international community scrambles to find a peaceful solution amid escalating unrest.
Volunteer Doctor Turns Gaza Tent into Lifeline Amid Conflict
Volunteer doctor Fida Al-Qurshali turns her tent into a clinic in Gaza, providing essential medical care at all hours amid ongoing conflict.
Global Diplomatic Efforts Intensify to End Hostilities in Gaza
Muslim and Arab diplomats met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing to rally support for ending hostilities in Gaza as global leaders call for peace and humanitarian aid for civilians.