Charities
As the world marks World Humanitarian Day on August 19, Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management Commissioner Hadja Lahbib highlights the alarming rise in attacks on civilians and aid workers, with 2024 being the deadliest year on record for aid workers, resulting in 383 killed, 308 wounded, and 125 kidnapped. Despite
Humanitarian aid
The humanitarian situation in Gaza has reached catastrophic levels, with rising numbers of daily fatalities, including children, due to starvation. According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), over 80 community kitchens are operating in northern and southern Gaza, but the 380,000 meals prepared daily
Charities
Pedro Matos, a former space engineer, left his computer screen behind to join the World Food Programme (WFP) 17 years ago. Since then, he has visited over 50 countries, responding to hurricanes, wars, and refugee crises. Matos' journey with the WFP has been marked by heart-shredding challenges and profound
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As the humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to deepen, with over 30.4 million people in need of assistance, one man's story stands out. Adam Ibrahim, a former aid worker, found himself forced to flee his home and return to help those affected by the conflict in Darfur.
Charities
In a dire warning ahead of World Humanitarian Day, Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib stated that 2024 was the deadliest year on record for aid workers. The European Union, being one of the world's largest humanitarian aid donors, is working tirelessly to save millions
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Israel is preparing to move Palestinians from combat zones in Gaza to southern parts of the territory as plans for a military offensive in populated areas are underway. The decision comes as families of Israeli hostages call for a "nationwide day of stoppage" in Israel to express frustration
Palestinian Arabs
As the conflict between Israel and Gaza enters its 22nd month, the water crisis in Gaza has reached catastrophic levels. Thousands of residents, like Rana Odeh, are forced to rely on contaminated water supplies, which have become the grim norm in displacement camps like Muwasi. The situation is dire, with
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Israeli forces, backed by drone and artillery attacks, have pushed into Gaza City, further entrenching the occupation of the besieged territory, while humanitarian aid remains stuck at the border due to deliberate delays by Israel. The global charity Oxfam has accused Israel of using aid restrictions as a weapon to
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Dr. Younis Awadallah, a paediatrician with 43 years of experience, has dedicated his life to providing humanitarian work in Gaza. Despite the escalating crisis and polio reappearing in the region, Dr. Awadallah returned to the field, driven by a deep sense of responsibility and belonging. His story was featured in
Humanitarian aid
The Israeli war on the Gaza Strip, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in a devastating toll, with 61,827 deaths and 155,275 injuries reported by the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza. The ministry's statement revealed that in the past 24 hours, hospitals in
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Recent reports have revealed a disturbing and complex web of allegations against the Israeli regime, involving arms transfers to a Daesh-affiliated terrorist group and systematic looting of humanitarian aid in the war-torn Gaza Strip, where 2.3 million Palestinians are struggling with famine. According to reports, the Israeli regime has
Palestinian Arabs
A potential Israeli military operation expanding into central Gaza, where 2 million Palestinians have taken shelter, has sparked warnings from international leaders and humanitarian organizations about the devastating consequences it could have on civilians. The territory is already plagued by famine-like conditions, with widespread hunger, malnutrition, and deaths. Israel'
