World News in Brief: Haiti crisis, measles surge, global torture accord turns 40
Haiti crisis Haiti’s humanitarian crisis continues, with the number of people in need of humanitarian assistance rising to 4.7 million. The main causes of the crisis are political instability, gang violence, and a lack of basic services. The UN is calling for more international support to help address the crisis.
Measles surge There has been a surge in measles cases worldwide, with over 400,000 cases reported so far this year. The outbreak is mainly affecting children, and it is spreading rapidly due to low vaccination rates. The WHO is urging countries to step up their vaccination efforts.
Global torture accord turns 40 The UN Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT) turns 40 this year. The treaty has been ratified by 173 countries. However, it is still not fully implemented in many countries, and torture remains a widespread problem. The UN is calling for more efforts to ensure that the treaty is fully implemented.
Other news in brief * The US has announced that it will provide $1 billion in additional humanitarian aid to Ukraine. * The EU has agreed to provide €100 million in aid to Syria. * The World Bank has approved a $1 billion loan to help Pakistan recover from the recent floods. * The UN has expressed concern about the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. * The UN Security Council has condemned the recent attacks on UN peacekeepers in Mali.
World News in Brief: Haiti crisis, measles surge, global torture accord turns 40
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