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WFP Dominican Republic Country Brief July 2026
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WFP Zimbabwe Country Brief, June 2026
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Lives on hold: Intentions and Perspectives of Refugees from Ukraine #7
Countries: Ukraine, Bulgaria, Czechia, Germany, Moldova, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, World . Executive summary More than four years after the beginning of the Russian Federation’s full scale invasion of Ukraine, millions of people rem
Myanmar Humanitarian Update No. 52 | 13 July 2026
. Myanmar remains one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, with more than 16 million people in need as conflict, displacement, protection risks and access constraints intensify urgent needs nationwide. Nearly 3.8 million people are estimated to be displaced across Myanmar, many after mult
Afghanistan: Humanitarian Update, June 2026
. Afghanistan’s Maternal Health Services Struggle to Meet Rising Needs Women and girls remain among the most affected by Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis. In 2026, more than 10.7 million women and girls require humanitarian assistance. Debilitating restrictions on movement, education and employment
HUMANITARIAN UPDATE: AFGHANISTAN’S MATERNAL HEALTH SERVICES STRUGGLE TO MEET RISING NEEDS
. Women and girls remain among the most affected by Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis. In 2026, more than 10.7 million women and girls require humanitarian assistance. Debilitating restrictions on movement, education and employment continue to limit access to essential services, while increasing pro
Livelihoods and Employment Opportunity Needs Assessment (LEONA) in Myanmar
. New evidence on how livelihoods, employment and protection challenges shape the lives of forcibly displaced communities Livelihoods and Employment Opportunity Needs Assessment (LEONA) is a large-scale livelihoods and employment assessment in Myanmar, done in collaboration between the World Bank an
Japan contributes USD 1 million to support conflict-affected people in Lebanon with life-saving food assistance
Countries: Lebanon, Japan . Across Lebanon, many families remain displaced while others continue to recover from economic hardship and the lingering effects of insecurity. Humanitarian assistance remains essential to help families meet their basic food needs and stabilize their lives during this per
Bangladesh: Gender Alert-Northeastern anticipated flood, Northwestern Flash Flood and Northen Monsson flood 12 July 2026
. Gender Alert on the monsoon flood, flash flood and landslide situation affecting Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT), Sylhet, Sunamganj, Netrokona and Kurigram highlights the gender-differentiated impacts of the current emergency, with women, girls, persons with disabilities, old
Gender Alert-Bangladesh Monsoon Flood, Flash Flood and Landslide Risks (Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT), Sylhet, Sunamganj, Netrokona and Kurigram)
. Gender Alert on the monsoon flood, flash flood and landslide situation affecting Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT), Sylhet, Sunamganj, Netrokona and Kurigram highlights the gender-differentiated impacts of the current emergency, with women, girls, persons with disabilities, old
Bangladesh: Community Feedback & Referral Analysis – April to June 2026
. What was received: This quarter, 25,893 feedback entries were received, a 14% decrease from the baseline and down from last quarter. Requests for assistance, services, and repairs continued to account for nearly all feedback (99%), with slope protection remaining the most reported issue and report
Sri Lanka National Dengue Control Unit: Current Status of Dengue in Sri Lanka (As of 12.07.2026 midnight)
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Angola Food Security Outlook June 2026 - January 2027: Likely El Niño-induced dryness to lead to outcomes aligned with Crisis (IPC Phase 3) in southern areas by November
. Key Messages From June to October 2026, outcomes aligned with Stressed (IPC Phase 2) are expected in southern agropastoral zones and much of the coast. The March-June national cereal harvest was below average, and rural households will likely deplete their food stocks and become market reliant up
Bangladesh: Simulation of Cyclone National Early Action Protocol (NEAP) and After-Action Review - April 2026
. The Bangladesh Anticipatory Action Technical Working Group (AATWG), in collaboration with the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), the Cyclone Preparedness Programme (CPP), the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), and the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), organized a f
Bangladesh: Simulation of Cyclone National Early Action Protocol (NEAP) and After-Action Review
. The Bangladesh Anticipatory Action Technical Working Group (AATWG), in collaboration with the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), the Cyclone Preparedness Programme (CPP), the Department of Disaster Management (DDM), and the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), organized a f
Yemen Food Security Outlook: Seasonal gains insufficient to improve Emergency (IPC Phase 4) outcomes, June 2026 - January 2027
. Key Messages In Al-Hudaydah, Hajjah, and Ta’izz governorates, Emergency (IPC Phase 4) outcomes are likely to persist throughout the projection period, while the rest of the country will remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) with pockets of households facing Emergency (IPC Phase 4). Anecdotal reports sugg
Afghanistan Food Security Outlook: Despite a favorable harvest, needs are expected to rise as harvest stocks deplete (June 2026 - January 2027)
Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan . Key Messages Slow recovery from multiple years of drought, below-average production, and few labor opportunities are expected to drive Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes in Daykundi, Faryab, and Ghor provinces through January 2027. While the
Sudan Food Security Outlook: Emergency and risk of Famine to persist through harvest in the worst-affected areas (June 2026 - January 2027)
Countries: Sudan, Chad, South Sudan . Key Messages FEWS NET estimates that 22.0-22.99 million people will be in need of humanitarian food assistance through September. Emergency (IPC Phase 4) outcomes are expected to spread across North Darfur; parts of Central, South, and East Darfur; much of Great
Kenya Food Security Outlook June 2026 - January 2027: Pastoral areas to remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3), recovery hinges on short rains
. Key Messages FEWS NET estimates that 3.0-3.49 million people will be in need of humanitarian food assistance between June-January, with needs expected to peak between September and October, during the typical height of the lean season. The populations of highest concern remain refugees and those i
UNICEF Cameroon Cholera Outbreak Flash Update No. 1, 3 July 2026
. Overview Historical data show that the Far North Region has experienced recurrent cholera outbreaks, with the largest outbreaks recorded in 2010 and 2011. Although recent outbreaks have been smaller in absolute numbers, the current 2026 outbreak is concerning because the case fatality rate of 6.76
Ethiopia Food Security Outlook: Peak lean season emerges as El Niño stalls kiremt rains, risking seasonal recovery, June 2026 - January 2027
. Key Messages From June to September as the 2026 lean season peaks, widespread Crisis (IPC Phase 3) in northern, central, and southern areas is most likely due to high food prices, limited income-earning opportunities, and high market reliance. Concurrently, the belg harvest is improving food acces
GIEWS Country Brief: United Republic of Tanzania 10-July-2026
Countries: United Republic of Tanzania, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo . FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Erratic temporal distribution of seasonal rains affecting yields of “Masika” and “Msimu” crops Maize national average price in May close to its year‑earlier level Pockets of acute food insecuri
Kyrgyzstan: Fill the Nutrient Gap in the Kyrgyz Republic. Update on Cost and Affordability of Nutritious Diet - 2025 Analysis (using the ENHANCE platform)
. The Kyrgyz Republic faces a complex and evolving nutrition challenge. Despite progress in reducing childhood malnutrition over the past decade, recent trends show stagnation and even reversal in key indicators. Child stunting has risen from 12 to 14 percent, while wasting and overweight levels rem
Kyrgyzstan: Fill the Nutrient Gap in the Kyrgyz Republic. Update on Cost and Affordability of Nutritious Diet.
. The Kyrgyz Republic faces a complex and evolving nutrition challenge. Despite progress in reducing childhood malnutrition over the past decade, recent trends show stagnation and even reversal in key indicators. Child stunting has risen from 12 to 14 percent, while wasting and overweight levels rem
The WHO Civil Society Commission reshapes priorities at the World Health Assembly
. Through four events held during the Health Assembly, more than 300 participants helped advance priorities on sustainable health financing and stronger civil society participation in global health governance. The Commission, which brings together more than 540 civil society organizations across all
Syria Food Security Outlook: Despite harvest, macroeconomic pressures sustain Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes (June 2026 - January 2027)
. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are ongoing across Northeast Syria (NES) and Northwest Syria (NWS). Despite an improved harvest, seasonal gains are bypassing poor households. Income remains concentrated among wealthier households and is largely absorbed by debt repayment, while internal
GIEWS Country Brief: Dominican Republic 10-July-2026
. FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Production of the 2026 main paddy crop anticipated to be slightly below average Above-average import requirements expected in 2026/27 marketing year Rice prices slightly up the year-earlier levels, while prices of black beans moderately lower year-on-year in May Production o
World: Global Annual Results Report 2025: Humanitarian action
. Progress, results achieved and lessons from 2025 in UNICEF humanitarian action Highlights The lives of millions of children in 2025 were shaped by violence, lack of food, famine, intensifying climate shocks and disruption of essential services. Challenges to humanitarian access and disregard for i
Uganda Food Security Outlook: Needs to remain high among refugees and poor households in Karamoja, June 2026 - January 2027
Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan . Key Messages FEWS NET projects 2.5-2.99 million people will need food assistance between June and January 2027, with widespread Stressed (IPC Phase 2) and worse outcomes across most of Uganda. Needs are expected to peak between Septe
Somalia Food Security Outlook: Multiple areas across the south face a risk of Famine (IPC Phase 5) if flooding is extreme, June 2026 - January 2027
. Key Messages Food assistance needs are expected to be extremely high through January 2027, with monthly estimates peaking at 6.0-6.99 million people in late 2026. Emergency (IPC Phase 4) outcomes are expected in highly crop-dependent areas of Bay, Bakool, Gedo, and Hiiraan; multiple riverine areas
Ukraine Food Security Outlook, June 2026 - January 2027: Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected in areas closest to the frontlines
. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected through January 2027 in isolated frontline and Russian-occupied areas where conflict has severely disrupted markets, access to income, and agricultural production. Households remaining in these areas are disproportionately elderly, rural, and
Vicious attack on Christians in India highlights ongoing persecution
India (MNN) — A mob of tribespeople in Chhattisgarh, India recently attacked 60 Christians, including children, with axes, curtain rods, and sickles, sending 13 to the hospital with severe injuries. The attackers were quickly released on bail. Greg Musselman with Voice of the Martyrs Canada says thi
Kids Bible clubs facing both support and opposition in India
India (MNN) — Despite a growing number of anti-conversion laws in India, Christians continue to boldly share the Gospel. Raina Miller with Mission India explains, “This time of year, we get really excited because 10-day Bible clubs are running in India, and this is a special program that’s 10 days l
Bangladesh: BGD: Flood - 07-2026 - Situation Report-7, Monsoon Depression in Cox’s Bazar #6 (2026-07-12)
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Sources for data marked as Other Overall Situation DATE: 12 JULY 2026 | TIME: 06:00 PM SITUATION REPORT-7, MONSOON DEPRESSION IN COX’S BAZAR Population Movement Operation Needs Assessment & Information Management Working Group Anticipatory Impact Analysis Mapping
Tajikistan: TJK: Flood - 07-2026 - Flood and Mudflow Ayni district (2026-07-12)
. Description 1. Situation Overview On 11 July 2026, following intense rainfall, flash floods and mudflows affected the villages of Darg and Kazdon in Shamtuch Jamoat, Ayni District, Sughd Region. Mudflows descended through the Surkhi, Kashak, and Jari river channels, causing significant damage to r
GIEWS Country Brief: The Republic of Costa Rica 09-July-2026
. FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Plantings of 2026 main season crop below average due to low prices and high production costs Paddy production estimated below average in 2025 Cereal import requirements estimated about 25 percent above average in 2025/26 Rice prices lower year-on-year in May 2026 Plantings o
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Ukraine: Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group Time: 14:00-15:30 Date: 08.07.2026 [Meeting Minutes] [EN/UK]
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Bangladesh: BGD: Flood - 07-2026 - Situation Report-6, Monsoon Depression in Cox’s Bazar #5 (2026-07-11)
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Sources for data marked as Other Overall Situation: According to the latest weather updates from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla, and Payra have been advised to lower their cautionary signals in al
South Sudan: Mortality and Child Malnutrition in Maiwut County, Upper Nile State - March 2026
. Key Messages • Acute malnutrition remained at a critical level in Maiwut, with a Global Acute Malnutrition (GAM) prevalence of 15.1% weight-for-height Z-score (WHZ), exceeding the World Health Organization (WHO) emergency threshold (15%). • Combined GAM reached 18.1%, indicating a high burden of a
Chile: CHL: Otros - 07-2026 - Evento Hidrometeorológico #2 (2026-07-10)
. Description Region Metropolinata Metropolitana Alteraciones de conectividad: Se estableció prohibición de acceso a fundo Río Colorado, comuna de San José de Maipo, como medida preventiva.Region del Libertador Bernardo O´Higgins Alteraciones de conectividad: - Ruta I-45 Termas del Flaco, cerrada pr