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Reconstruction and Vital Repairs Underway in Syria, as ‘Security Conditions’ Permit Posted: 2024-12-19 12:00 Damascus, Syria – Reconstruction efforts in Syria are slowly underway, as security conditions improve in some areas of the war-torn country. However, humanitarian needs remain immense, and challenges to delivering aid persist. In the past year, several key infrastructure projects have … Read more

Syria’s new ‘flame of hope’ must not be extinguished: Guterres 19 December 2024, New York – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for urgent support to build on the “new flame of hope” for peace in Syria sparked by the recent release of detainees and the return of some refugees. “We must not let … Read more

‘Dying hungry and in pain’: An increasingly likely outcome in Gaza 19 December 2024 Gaza, the besieged Palestinian territory, is facing a dire humanitarian crisis that is only getting worse. The Israeli blockade, which has been in place for over 15 years, has crippled the economy and made it difficult for people to access basic … Read more

Staggering Scale of Sudan Crisis ‘Demands Sustained and Urgent Attention’ Article Published on: 2024-12-19 12:00 Khartoum, Sudan – The United Nations has issued a dire warning about the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, calling for urgent and sustained attention. The crisis, driven by a complex interplay of conflict, food insecurity, and disease, is affecting … Read more

Syria’s new ‘flame of hope’ must not be extinguished: Guterres 19 December 2024, New York – “A new flame of hope” has been ignited in Syria after years of devastating conflict and suffering, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said on Monday, urging all parties to seize this opportunity for peace. “The recent agreement to establish … Read more

WTO General Council Chair Welcomes “Significant Progress” in Dispute Settlement Reform Talks Geneva, 17 December 2024 – The Chair of the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) General Council, Ambassador Didier Chambovey, today welcomed “significant progress” made in the ongoing negotiations to reform the WTO’s dispute settlement system. “We have made substantial headway in addressing the key … Read more

Syria Faces Uncertain Future After Regime’s Collapse Amid Humanitarian Crises December 17, 2024 Damascus, Syria – The collapse of the Syrian regime has plunged the country into chaos, leaving millions of people displaced and in need of humanitarian assistance. Regime’s Collapse The authoritarian regime of President Bashar al-Assad, which has ruled Syria for over four … Read more

‘Racial justice demands collective action’ The head of the UN human rights office has called for collective action to address racial justice saying that “no one can afford to be complacent”. In a speech in Geneva launching the International Decade for People of African Descent, Michelle Bachelet said that racism was a “cancer” in our … Read more

Around 90,000 Children Impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique December 17, 2024 Maputo, Mozambique: Cyclone Chido, a devastating tropical storm, has left a trail of destruction in Mozambique, impacting an estimated 90,000 children. The storm made landfall on December 15, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and flooding to the coastal areas of the country. According … Read more

Avian Flu Detected in 108 Countries Across Five Continents, Raises Global Health Concerns December 17, 2024 By [Your Name] Summary: Avian influenza, a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects birds, has spread to an alarming degree, infecting poultry and wild birds in 108 countries across five continents, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). … Read more