
Thousands Flee Aleppo Amid Intensifying Conflict in Syria
Thousands of residents are fleeing Aleppo in northern Syria as rebel groups intensify their assault, firing shells and imposing a curfew, according to local media.
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Thousands of residents are fleeing Aleppo in northern Syria as rebel groups intensify their assault, firing shells and imposing a curfew, according to local media.
The Syrian military has deployed additional troops to Hama as rebel factions advance, intensifying conflicts across central Syria. Aleppo faces a deepening humanitarian crisis following its capture by rebels.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Syria amid escalating violence, urging all parties to protect civilians and engage in the UN-facilitated political process.
A surprise rebel offensive in Syria’s Aleppo region has reignited tensions in the war-torn country, prompting international calls for de-escalation amid mounting humanitarian concerns.
UNRWA reports that ongoing hostilities in Gaza are putting Palestinians at grave risk, with critical shortages of food, fuel, and shelter exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as winter approaches.
Heavy rains and rising tides have destroyed the last shelters of Gaza’s refugees on the beach of Khan Younis, leaving them with nowhere to go. Displaced multiple times, they now face hunger and homelessness.
Israeli forces have issued new evacuation orders for Gaza City’s Shujayea, prompting hundreds to flee after a day of deadly violence. In Beirut, the death toll from Israel’s attack has risen to 20, with rescue efforts ongoing.
2024 marks the deadliest year for global aid workers, with 281 fatalities reported by the UN’s OCHA. Urgent calls are made for better protection of humanitarian personnel.
At least 50 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip on Monday, as the death toll from ongoing assaults rises to 43,922, according to Gaza health authorities.
Israel’s recent attacks on Gaza have resulted in at least 19 deaths, intensifying the Middle East conflict amid international calls for de-escalation and highlighting a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Local authorities in Gaza report that 43,508 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes since October 7, 2023, marking a devastating period of conflict and a severe humanitarian crisis.
Devastating floods in Nigeria have claimed over 321 lives and displaced more than 740,000 people, prompting a national emergency response to address the widespread destruction.
Israel’s parliament has banned UNRWA from operating in the country, sparking concerns amid reports that 100,000 Palestinians are trapped in Gaza without supplies as military operations intensify.
Egypt has proposed a two-day ceasefire in Gaza to exchange hostages and prisoners, aiming to de-escalate the conflict amid rising regional tensions and humanitarian concerns.
Over 42,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza since October 7, 2023, according to local authorities. The ongoing conflict has led to a severe humanitarian crisis in the region.
Lebanon faces unprecedented challenges as the Hezbollah-Israel conflict escalates, impacting its economy, displacing thousands, and testing the resilience of its people.
Over one million people have been affected by severe flooding in South Sudan, with 271,000 displaced, according to the UN. The unprecedented floods threaten up to 3.3 million people between September and December.
An Israeli air strike on October 14 hit tents near Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Gaza’s Deir al-Balah, killing at least four and injuring about 70. Medical staff are urgently calling for international aid.
Amid severe shortages of food and medical resources, Palestinians in northern Gaza survive on canned food as the humanitarian crisis worsens due to ongoing military operations.
Local authorities in Gaza report that Israeli strikes since October 7, 2023, have resulted in the deaths of 42,438 Palestinians.