Human rights
Human Rights Watch has called on the Israeli authorities to comply with their obligation to cooperate with the United Nations and ensure the unimpeded delivery of essential humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the occupied territories. This demand follows an advisory opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Forty-one organizations operating in Gaza have appealed to the Israeli government to lift restrictions on humanitarian aid shipments, citing a significant increase in rejections since the ceasefire began. According to the organizations, 99 requests from international NGOs to bring aid into Gaza were rejected between October 10 and 21, in
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem has issued a stark warning to the international community, urging them to pressure Israel into adhering to the terms of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The agreement, which took effect on October 10, includes provisions for the lifting of the blockade on Gaza and the unrestricted entry
Mediation
Vietnam's representative to the United Nations, Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, recently addressed the UN Security Council, emphasizing the importance of delivering humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. He welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, calling on all parties to abide by the agreement and
United Nations
Human Rights Watch has called on the Israeli authorities to comply with their obligation to cooperate with the United Nations and ensure the unimpeded delivery of essential humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the occupied territories. This demand follows an advisory opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on
Humanitarian aid
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan made significant efforts to consolidate the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip through a series of diplomatic meetings and phone calls with key regional players. Fidan's discussions with Jordanian and Egyptian officials highlighted the importance of delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and making the
Humanitarian aid
A ceasefire was welcomed in Gaza, but reports of renewed violations and restrictions on humanitarian aid access highlight its fragility. The Israeli authorities have been arbitrarily rejecting shipments of life-saving assistance into Gaza, with 94% of all rejections given to INGOs. Three-quarters of these denials were issued on the grounds
Human rights
The International Court of Justice has issued a landmark advisory opinion on Israel's obligations as an occupying power in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The Court ruled that Israel is obligated to comply with international humanitarian law, including providing the population with essential necessities for survival. The advisory opinion
Humanitarian aid
United Nations humanitarian agencies have made progress in scaling up the response to the crisis in the Gaza Strip, but providing vital support to the northern area remains a challenge due to the ongoing closure of key crossings. Since the ceasefire agreement took effect on October 10, over 425,000
Foreign economic assistance
As I made three trips to Africa this year to report on children dying due to President Trump slashing humanitarian aid programs, I was struck by the evident hypocrisy in his administration's policies. While Trump has halted the entry of most refugees, citing his reluctance to accept those
Mediation
In the heart of southern Malawi, a quiet revolution is unfolding as women step into roles traditionally reserved for men, becoming mediators, advocates, and leaders in peacebuilding. Supported by the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) through UN Women, these women are transforming communities and challenging long-held norms.
Mediation
In southern Malawi, a quiet revolution is unfolding as women step into traditional men's roles as mediators, advocates, and leaders in peacebuilding. Supported by the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) through UN Women, these women are transforming communities and challenging long-held norms. In the Mbenje
