News Syria Escalation: Deadly Attacks Continue, Healthcare and Access Compromised December 3, 2024 Syria is facing a renewed escalation in violence, with deadly attacks in several regions and severe repercussions on healthcare and humanitarian access. Deadly Attacks and Civilian Casualties In the past week, multiple attacks have resulted in numerous casualties across Syria. In the northern … Read more
Gaza: New evacuation order affects more than 2,000 in Khan Younis Date: 2024-12-03 12:00 Source: Al Jazeera Details: A new evacuation order issued by the Israeli military has affected more than 2,000 Palestinians in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis. The order, which was issued on Monday, gives residents of the affected area … Read more
Sudan: UN deplores deadly shelling on Zamzam camp December 3, 2024 The United Nations has strongly condemned the deadly shelling of the Zamzam camp for internally displaced people (IDPs) in Central Darfur, Sudan, which killed at least 28 people, including children, and injured dozens more. The attack, which occurred on December 2, 2024, targeted the … Read more
UNHCR Secures Record $1.5 Billion in Early Funding for 2025 Geneva, December 3, 2024 – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has secured a record $1.5 billion in early funding for its 2025 operations, a significant increase from previous years. This funding will enable UNHCR to provide critical assistance to millions of refugees, … Read more
Syria Escalation: Deadly Attacks Continue, Healthcare and Access Compromised December 3, 2024 Damascus, Syria – The ongoing escalation in Syria has reached a critical juncture, with deadly attacks continuing to plague the war-torn country. The recent surge in violence has taken a devastating toll on civilians, with healthcare facilities and access to essential services severely … Read more
Syria escalation: Deadly attacks continue, healthcare and access compromised December 3, 2024 In recent weeks, Syria has experienced a surge in violence, with deadly attacks and ongoing military operations putting civilians at grave risk. Healthcare facilities and essential services have been targeted, further exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the country. Escalation of Violence … Read more
The ‘slow onset, silent killer’: Droughts explained December 3, 2024 Droughts are one of the most widespread and devastating natural disasters affecting communities around the world. They are often referred to as a “silent killer” because they can develop slowly and may not be immediately noticeable. By the time the effects of a drought are … Read more
Sudan: UN deplores deadly shelling on Zamzam camp 3 December 2024 The United Nations has condemned a deadly shelling attack on the Zamzam camp for internally displaced people (IDPs) in Sudan’s Darfur region. The attack, which occurred on Saturday evening, killed at least 25 people and injured dozens more, according to the UN Office for … Read more
Parliamentary focus on VET December 2, 2024 The Swiss Parliament has recently turned its focus on vocational education and training (VET). This move comes as the country faces a skills shortage in various sectors. The parliament is considering several measures to strengthen VET and make it more attractive to young people. One of the key … Read more
Press Release – Petitions Committee to Host Candidates for Next EU Ombudsman Brussels, 2 December 2024 – The European Parliament’s Committee on Petitions has announced that it will host public hearings for candidates for the next European Ombudsman. The current European Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly, will conclude her five-year term in April 2025. In accordance with … Read more