Gaza: ‘Hunger is everywhere’, babies die from the cold, airstrike on unarmed journalists condemned 27 December 2024 Gaza City, Occupied Palestinian Territories – The situation in the Gaza Strip is dire, with hunger widespread and babies dying from the cold. An airstrike on unarmed journalists has also been condemned. According to the United Nations, over … Read more
Haiti’s destiny ‘bright’ despite terrifying escalation of violence PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – Despite the terrifying escalation of violence in Haiti, the country’s destiny is still bright, according to a new article published on December 27, 2024. The article, which was written by Haitian journalist Robenson Geffrard, argues that Haiti has a long history of overcoming adversity … Read more
2024: One of the Worst Years in History for Children in Conflict December 27, 2024 Geneva, Switzerland – The year 2024 has been marked by unprecedented levels of violence and displacement, leaving millions of children around the world facing unimaginable horrors. According to a new report released today by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), … Read more
‘I saw the blood on the tarmac’: top UN official in Yemen recounts aftermath of Israel airstrike on civilian airport 27 December 2024 A top United Nations official in Yemen has recounted the aftermath of an Israeli airstrike on a civilian airport in the country, saying he saw “blood on the tarmac” and “bodies everywhere”. … Read more
Gaza: ‘Hunger is everywhere’, babies die from the cold, airstrike on unarmed journalists condemned 27 December 2024 Gaza City, Gaza Strip – The humanitarian situation in the besieged Gaza Strip has reached a new low, with widespread hunger and malnutrition, and babies dying from the cold. A recent report by the United Nations Relief and … Read more
Health Needs in Syria Worsen Amid Winter Conditions December 27, 2024, Damascus, Syria As winter conditions continue to worsen in Syria, the country’s healthcare system is struggling to meet the increasing health needs of its population. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), over 4 million people in Syria … Read more
Health Needs in Syria Worsen Amid Winter Conditions December 27, 2024 As Syria grapples with another harsh winter, the health situation in the country is deteriorating rapidly. A new report by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) highlights the urgent need for humanitarian assistance to prevent a further worsening of the health crisis. Key Findings Cold-related illnesses, … Read more
Haiti’s Destiny ‘Bright’ Despite Terrifying Escalation of Violence December 27, 2024 Port-au-Prince, Haiti – Despite the ongoing crisis and rampant violence plaguing the nation, Haiti’s Ambassador to the United Nations, M. Jean-Luc Baillargeon, remains optimistic about the country’s future. “Haiti’s destiny is bright, despite the challenges,” Baillargeon said. “We have a long and arduous road … Read more
Health Needs in Syria Worsen Amid Winter Conditions December 27, 2024 Damascus, Syria – The health situation in Syria has deteriorated further as winter conditions worsen across the country. Key Points Increased Respiratory Infections: The cold weather has led to a surge in respiratory infections, such as pneumonia and bronchitis. Overcrowded shelters and limited access … Read more
Global Solidarity Key to Future Pandemic Preparedness, Says UN Chief 2024-12-27 12:00 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized the importance of global solidarity in enhancing pandemic preparedness for the future. In a statement marking the two-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, Guterres stressed that collective action and international cooperation remain crucial to effectively respond … Read more