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Afghanistan: Weekly Market Report: Issue 300: Week 3 – June 2026

. Key Highlights Exchange Rate and Trade Dynamics: • During the third week of June, the Afghani exchange rate remained almost stable at AFN 64.3/USD. Despite the recent depreciation, the Afghani remains stronger than both last year (8%) and the three-year average (15%), continuing to help moderate i

World: UNICEF Global Programme Framework for Children on the Move 2026

. Highlights UNICEF’s Global Programme Framework for Children on the Move sets out the organization’s renewed priorities and guiding principles for protecting, including and empowering children affected by migration and displacement worldwide. Grounded in child rights and informed by experience from

DR Congo: DRC: Ebola BVD Outbreak: LTC Situation Report (Telecoms) #3 (Reporting period: 11 - 17 June 2026)

. This situation report provides updates on the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It outlines the planned and ongoing telecommunications activities of the Logistics & Telecommunications Cluster1 (LTC)—Telelcoms to support the ongoing humanit

Fiji: Dengue in the Pacific: Multicountry Situation (As of 18 June 2026)

Countries: Fiji, American Samoa, Cook Islands, French Polynesia (France), Guam, Kiribati, Micronesia (Federated States of), Nauru, New Caledonia (France), Niue (New Zealand), Palau, Samoa, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna (France) . HIGHLIGHTS • Since 1 January 2025, 11 dengue outb

Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #27 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 22 June 2026, 6AM

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UN Human Rights Council 62: Joint Statement on Escalating Atrocity Risks in El Obeid, Sudan

. Delivered by Norway, a member of the Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice for Sudan. Mr President, This statement is on behalf of the Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice for Sudan and 21 other states. We support the Special Rapporteur’s mandate and welcome his latest report. We

Egypt: “Migration is a global challenge requiring global co-operation” says Foreign Secretary, announcing expansion of North Africa programme to support migrants closer to home [EN/AR]

Countries: Egypt, Algeria, Sudan, Tunisia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland . The UK is expanding funding for programmes which helps countries across North Africa deal with the impacts of migration from regional conflict. programme expanded to help migrants who have fled regional

Minister Chapman visits Lebanon, announces £13m in aid [EN/AR]

Countries: Lebanon, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland . Baroness Chapman announced a new £13m UK humanitarian package to Lebanon to help deliver vital assistance to people affected by the crisis. On a joint visit to Lebanon with her French and Qatari counterparts, Development Mini

World: HNPW 2026 report: Shaping the humanitarian reset - From global commitments to local action

. Executive Summary The 12th iteration of the Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Weeks (HNPW), co-hosted by OCHA and Switzerland, returned in 2026 with a renewed, shorter format and a strengthened strategic focus, with this year’s chosen theme centred on shaping the humanitarian reset and moving

WHO Weekly Situation Update on Ongoing Health Emergency Events in South Sudan - Week #: 24; Date: 19th June 2026

Countries: South Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Congo . Introduction During this reporting period, South Sudan continued to face sustained public health emergency pressures driven by multiple disease outbreaks, climate-related shocks, displacement, and access constraints, which continued to strai

World Bank Group Supports Chad's Efforts to Improve Access to Water and Strengthen People's Adaptation to Climate Change

. The Water Security and Resilience Support Project in Chad (PASER) is a strategic investment in stability for communities facing fragility, climate shocks and forced displacement. It will help build climate resilience in Chad by improving access to essential infrastructure and services that are bet

Research Terms of Reference - Multi Sector Needs Assessment - UKR2609, Ukraine (May 2026)

. 2. Rationale 2.1 Background Four years after the escalation of the war in Ukraine since February 2022, the humanitarian crisis has become increasingly protracted, while continuing to evolve in scale, severity, and geographic distribution. As of early 2026, an estimated 3.9 million people remain in

oPt: Humanitarian Situation Report | 19 June 2026

. Highlights UN Relief Chief tells Security Council that Gaza civilians cannot wait for diplomacy, while in the West Bank, a decades-long deterioration is accelerating rapidly. Further encroachment of the “Yellow Line” triggers new displacement as Israeli troops advance towards populated areas of Ga

Sri Lanka National Dengue Control Unit: Current Status of Dengue in Sri Lanka (As of 20.06.2026 midnight)

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Sri Lanka National Dengue Control Unit: Weekly Dengue Update, Week 24 (08th – 14th June 2026)

. DENGUE CASE REPORTING During the 24th week, 4824 suspected dengue cases were reported across 25 districts, compared to 3255 cases in the previous week, reflecting an 48.2% increase. The Western Province accounted for 55.4% of total cases, with the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) contributing 3.1%,

Sri Lanka Dengue Outbreak 2026 - DREF Operation (MDRLK024)

. Description of the Event Date when the trigger was met 02-06-2026 What happened, where and when? Dengue cases have been on the rise in the country since the beginning of the year. Following a massive seasonal surge triggered by heavy rains in mid-May 2026, the epidemic trajectory accelerated signi

Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #26 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 21 June 2026, 6PM

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Philippines: Mayon Volcano Summary of 24Hr Observation 22 June 2026 12:00 AM [EN/TL]

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Afghanistan: Health Cluster Dashboard for Humanitarian Response Services (May 2026)

. The dashboard provides an overview of humanitarian health services across Afghanistan, showing coverage, population reached, and overall progress toward annual health targets. It highlights coordinated efforts by partners to deliver essential health services to communities in need.

Ask Whatever I Wish? God’s Unblushing Promises for Prayer

With every new day, two of the great wonders of God’s world pass right before our noses. These two marvels become so common that we often miss their glory. They are ordinary, in one sense, but from time to time, we do well to pause and stand in fresh awe of God and his special means for our good. Th

Yemen Protection Cluster Newsletter (Jan - Apr) 2026

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Yemen Agrometeorological Update: Food Security and Early Warning Information System (01 - 31 May 2026) [EN/AR]

. HIGHLIGHTS: Precipitation: Rainfall across Yemen declined gradually in May 2026, though intermittent convective showers continued in the highlands—especially in Ibb—while monthly totals remained below the five-year average. Rainfall anomalies: Relative to the 30-year average, May 2026 was generall

Raising Kids in the Faith Is Simpler Than You May Think

The Story: A new report finds that the single biggest factor in whether children keep the faith isn't their church, their youth group, or their peers but their parents. The more surprising finding is what works at home, and how often well-meaning Christian parents get it backward. The Background: Pa

Philippines: Mayon Volcano Summary of 24Hr Observation 21 June 2026 12:00 AM [EN/TL]

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Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #25 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 21 June 2026, 6AM

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GLOBAL MISSIONS: Planning to Go, Willing to Stay

How do you discern God's call and determine where He's leading you? How much of your prayer time is spent listening to Him? Ben Barrett, who's led The Voice of the Martyrs' work in South Asia, will help us answer those questions as he shares how God has led him and his wife into a new season of mini

Evangelical Presbyterian Church clarifies stance on same-sex attracted clergy

Lebanon: Flash Update #36 - Escalation of hostilities in Lebanon (as of 18 June 2026)

. HIGHLIGHTS Partial returns movement reported following the United States-Iran deal announced on 15 June. At least 3,884 deaths and 11,856 injuries due to hostilities recorded by the Ministry of Public Health since 2 March. A total of 103,800 Internally Displaced Persons remained in 627 collective

Escalating Risks and Shrinking Services: GBV Situation in Somalia, Q1 2026

. Executive Summary Women and girls in Somalia continued to face heightened risks of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) during the first quarter of 2026, driven by the combined effects of conflict, climate-induced displacement, food insecurity, and deteriorating protection environments. The most affected a

What Does the Name ‘Christ Jesus’ Mean? 1 Corinthians 1:1–3, Part 2

Sometimes we can hear a name so often that we forget what it was originally meant to communicate. What does Paul mean by “Christ”?Watch Now

‘Moses Wrote of Me’: The Messianic Hope of the Law

Jesus claimed that Moses wrote about him long before he ever walked the earth as man. If that’s true, how could anyone miss Jesus in the words of Moses?Watch Now

Is My Pain God’s Punishment?

Is my suffering a punishment? That’s often our first question when suffering lands unexpectedly on our doorstep. We wonder what we did wrong. We assume that if we check all the boxes, attend church regularly, and read the Bible, we’ll be protected from tragedy. And when that doesn’t happen, we’re fi

Snapshot for Somalia Health Cluster Response - May 2026

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Somalia Health Cluster Partners Operational Presence Map (May 2026)

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AFGHANISTAN Nutrition Cluster Bulletin, Jan-Mar 2026

. NUTRITION CLUSTER PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW: JAN - MAR 2026 As of March 2026, the Afghanistan Nutrition Cluster comprised 65 partners (including 4 UN agencies, 18 international NGOs, 41 national NGOs and PND/MoPH). Key achievements during the first quarter of 2026 included: Overall, the Nutrition Clust

The Good and Bad of Retrieval Theology

As gospel-believing Christians, we know that God has sovereignly guided the church throughout all its history. Does this mean we’re obligated to believe everything the church has ever believed? If not, what are we to hold on to from the past? This is where retrieval theology enters the picture. Retr

Philippines: Mayon Volcano Summary of 24Hr Observation 20 June 2026 12:00 AM [EN/TL]

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Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #23 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 20 June 2026, 6AM

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Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #24 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 20 June 2026, 6PM

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Egyptian Christian Imprisoned for Social Media Posts

On Jan. 3, Egyptian Christian Augustinos Samaan was sentenced to five years of hard labor after he was convicted of “contempt of religion” and “misuse of social media.” Samaan has a YouTube channel on which he posts apologetics videos comparing Christianity and Islam. Because of these videos, he was