Middle East,Israeli laws blocking UNRWA – devastating humanitarian impact for Palestinians?

Israeli Laws Blocking UNRWA – Devastating Humanitarian Impact for Palestinians? October 31, 2024 Introduction The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is facing significant challenges due to recent Israeli laws that restrict its operations in the occupied Palestinian territories. These laws are raising concerns about the humanitarian … Read more

Middle East,‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies

‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies 31 October 2024 A new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that “catastrophic” hunger persists in multiple countries around the world. The report, titled “The State of Food Security and Nutrition in … Read more

Middle East,Potentially ‘deadly’ consequences could arise from Israel’s UNRWA ban: UNICEF

Potentially ‘Deadly’ Consequences Could Arise from Israel’s UNRWA Ban: UNICEF October 31, 2024 Geneva — The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has issued a grave warning about the potential “deadly” consequences of Israel’s recent ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). On October 25, 2024, … Read more

Humanitarian Aid,Ongoing hostilities and evacuation orders impact thousands in Lebanon

Ongoing Hostilities and Evacuation Orders Impact Thousands in Lebanon October 31, 2024 Beirut, Lebanon – Ongoing hostilities in Lebanon have escalated in recent weeks, resulting in the displacement of thousands of civilians and the issuance of evacuation orders for multiple areas. The situation is rapidly deteriorating, with reports of airstrikes, artillery fire, and ground clashes. … Read more

Humanitarian Aid,Potentially ‘deadly’ consequences could arise from Israel’s UNRWA ban: UNICEF

Potentially ‘Deadly’ Consequences Could Arise From Israel’s UNRWA Ban: UNICEF October 31, 2024 Jerusalem – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned of potentially “deadly” consequences for Palestinian children due to Israel’s decision to ban the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) from operating within its territory. … Read more

Humanitarian Aid,‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies

‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies 31 October 2024 New York/Geneva/Rome – More than 220 million people worldwide are now facing an acute food crisis, according to a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the UN World Food Programme (WFP) and the European Union (EU). The number of people … Read more

Human Rights,UN expert calls for action as Marshall Islands faces dual displacement crisis

UN expert calls for action as Marshall Islands faces dual displacement crisis 31 October 2024 GENEVA (UN News) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs), Cecilia Jimenez-Damary, today called on the international community to take urgent action to address the dual displacement crisis facing the Marshall Islands, … Read more

Culture and Education,251 million children still out of school worldwide, UNESCO reports

251 Million Children Still Out of School Worldwide, UNESCO Reports October 31, 2024 According to a recent report by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), an estimated 251 million children worldwide are still out of school. This figure represents a staggering 17% of the global population of children and adolescents aged 6 … Read more

Climate Change,UN expert calls for action as Marshall Islands faces dual displacement crisis

UN Expert Calls for Action as Marshall Islands Faces Dual Displacement Crisis October 31, 2024 Majuro, Marshall Islands – A United Nations expert has issued an urgent call for action as the Marshall Islands grapples with a dual displacement crisis driven by climate change and sea-level rise. “The situation in the Marshall Islands is dire,” … Read more

Climate Change,‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies

‘Catastrophic’ hunger persists in multiple countries, warn food agencies October 31, 2024 By [Your Name] [City, Country] – A new report from the United Nations’ food agencies has warned that “catastrophic” hunger is persisting in multiple countries around the world. The report, released on Monday, found that an estimated 193 million people in 53 countries … Read more