Katie O'Malley

Lao PDR: WFP Lao People's Democratic Republic Country Brief, July 2026

.

WFP Bangladesh: 2026 Floods Emergency Preparedness and Response (As of 13 July 2026)

Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Key Highlights • Flooding and landslides continue across southeastern Bangladesh following heavy monsoon rainfall, amid heightened risks associated with anticipated strong El Niño conditions. • Preliminary estimate indicates that 1.1 million people are affected. • Th

Lebanon Health Sector Emergency Situation Report Issue #19 - July 13, 2026

.

Bangladesh: ICCG Meeting Notes (Date - 10 July 2026) [Meeting minutes]

. This ad hoc ICCG meeting has been convened to discuss the evolving on-the-ground situation and agree on the next course of action in response to the flash floods and landslides affecting the north-eastern and hilly districts of Bangladesh.

Lao PDR: LAO: Flood - 07-2026 - Flooding as a result of Typhoon Maysak #4 (2026-07-14)

. Description Following Typhoon Maysak, which brought several days of moderate-to-heavy rainfall beginning on 2 July 2026, widespread flooding affected multiple parts of the Lao PDR. The combined effects of flash floods, river flooding, landslides and prolonged inundation caused significant damage t

Iran leverages regional influence in war with US

Middle East (MNN) — Renewed strikes between Iran and the United States continue to place other Middle Eastern states in the crosshairs. Over the weekend, Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz to be closed indefinitely. But on Monday, the US said that it plans to reinstate its naval blockade on Iran to

US to remove Syria’s “State Sponsor of Terrorism” designation, but Damascus bombing headlines continued instability

Syria (MNN) — U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention to remove Syria’s “State Sponsor of Terrorism” designation (SST) after diplomatic talks with interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa. Yet a bombing during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Damascus highlights the country’s continu

Fiji: Dengue in the Pacific: Multicountry Situation (As of 10 July 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, 12 dengue outb

Sri Lanka National Dengue Control Unit: Current Status of Dengue in Sri Lanka (As of 13.07.2026 midnight)

.

Somalia: Humanitarian Situation Monitoring - Key Findings From Hard-to-Reach Areas (April 2026)

. KEY MESSAGES • Drought remains a key driver of humanitarian conditions in hard-to-reach areas, with key informants in the majority of assessed settlements reporting prolonged rainfall failure as the main recent shock, driving cascading impacts across food security, livelihoods, water access, and p

Bangladesh: Situation Report #1 - Flash Flood and Landslides (13 July 2026)

Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Bangladesh Flash Floods and Landslides Situation Report #1 (13 July 2026) provides a comprehensive overview of the humanitarian impact of severe monsoon-induced floods and landslides affecting multiple districts across Bangladesh. Heavy rainfall, upstream runoff, and

PlayMatters Uganda to enhance teacher practices and wellbeing by Learning through Play: A Cost-effectiveness Analysis (CEA), July 2026

. PlayMatters, an education initiative led by IRC in partnership with the LEGO Foundation and a consortium including Plan International, War Child Alliance, Innovations for Poverty Action, and the Behavioural Insights Team, brings Learning through Play (LtP) into refugee-hosting schools across Ethio

Earthquakes in Venezuela: Situation Report #20 (13 July 2026, Time: 09:00 pm)

. Situation Report No. 20Earthquakes in Venezuela13 July 2026Time: 9:00 pm Highlights Following the 24 June earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 (18:00 local time), authorities report more than 1,200 aftershocks. Official toll: 4,561 people dead and 16,740 injured. A total of 6,462 people have been

Philippines: Mayon Volcano Summary of 24Hr Observation 14 July 2026 12:00 AM [EN/TL]

.

Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #64 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of as of 13 July 2026, 6PM

.

Bangladesh: BGD: Flood - 07-2026 - Situation Report-8, Monsoon Depression in Cox’s Bazar #8 (2026-07-13)

. Description Impact in 33 camps: Between 5 and 13 July 2026, a total of 518 weather-related incidents were reported, affecting 11,183 households (51,363 people) across the 33 camps. The incident caused damage to 4,656 shelters and displaced 13,038 individuals. To date, 15 fatalities and 22 injuries

DR Congo: DRC: Ebola BVD Outbreak: LTC Situation Report (Telecoms) #6 (Reporting period: 06 - 12 July 2026)

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

Zimbabwe Population Movement 2026 - DREF Operation (MDRZW028), 13 July 2026

Countries: Zimbabwe, South Africa . Description of the EventDate when the trigger was met 25-06-2026 What happened, where and when? The ongoing situation involves the large-scale return of Zimbabwean nationals from South Africa following a sharp escalation of localised violence targeting foreign nat

DTM Somalia: Cross Border Movements - May 2026 (13 July 2026)

Countries: Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Saudi Arabia .

Monthly Monitoring of Forced Returns to Haiti (June 2026)

Countries: Haiti, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States of America . Under the Migrant Protection Working Group, the National Office for Migration (ONM), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the Support Group for Repatriates and Refugees (GA

World: Pacific Syndromic Surveillance System Weekly Bulletin / Système de Surveillance Syndromic dans le Pacifique - Bulletin Hebdomadaire: W27 2026 (Jun 29-Jul 05) [EN/FR]

Countries: World, American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia (France), Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Nauru, New Caledonia (France), New Zealand, Niue (New Zealand), Northern Mariana Islands (The United States of America), Palau, Papua New Guinea, Pitca

Venezuela (República Bolivariana de): Terremoto (24 Jun 2026) - Mapa de sitios de disposición de escombros, 13 jul. 2026

.

Solomon Islands: Accountability to Affected People Analysis Report | Tropical Cyclone Maila

. The July 2026 Accountability to Affected People (AAP) report by the Pacific Humanitarian Team analyzes community and organizational perspectives following Category 5 Tropical Cyclone Maila, which affected 150,000 people across the Western and Choiseul provinces in the Solomon Islands. By comparing

Sudan - National Health Cluster Meeting, 8 July 2026 [Meeting Minutes]

.

Occupied Palestinian Territory Emergency Response: Activity Update #57, 1 - 30 June 2026 [EN/AR]

. SITUATION OVERVIEW Critical supply and funding shortages persisted through June, deepening the humanitarian needs and compounding the suffering of Palestinians largely confined to a shrinking portion of Gaza. Kerem Shalom/ Karam Abu Salam remained the only operational crossing for cargo following

Knowledge Management Series for Health 2026: Analytical Factsheet - Skilled Birth Attendance and Newborn Survival in South Sudan (June 2026)

. The Skilled Birth Attendance (SBA) serves as the main framework for evaluating newborn health. By analyzing national and sub-national trends, geographic disparities, system readiness, and survival outcomes through SBA, we gain a comprehensive understanding of both advancements and ongoing challeng

UNICEF Venezuela Humanitarian Situation Report No.4 (Earthquake Response), 02 - 12 July 2026

. Highlights Two weeks after two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June 2026, official figures report more than 4,490 deaths, 16,740 people injured and 17,907 people left without housing. More than 1,200 aftershocks have been recorded, while damage assessments continue. UNICE

South Sudan Humanitarian Flash Update (Level 2 Emergency Response & BVD Preparedness), 01 May - 30 June 2026

Countries: South Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Situation Overview: The humanitarian situation in Jonglei State and parts of Upper Nile, Unity and Lakes States remains fragile, fluid, and highly complex, following months of intense conflict that began in late 2025. While relative

Judge temporarily blocks Michigan discrimination law after challenge from pro-life groups

Judge rules Trump misused IRS court case, refers attorneys for discipline

Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of): Earthquake Response Situation Report #11 (10 to 12 July 2026)

. The eleventh Situation Report provides an update on IOM’s response to the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, covering the period from 10 to 12 July. Highlights Between 10 and 12 July, IOM expanded its response in La Guaira through interventions in transitory camps and aff

Venezuela Earthquakes Situation Report #3 (July 13, 2026)

. FAST FACTS On June 24, two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 hit northern Venezuela consecutively, impacting at least seven states—including the capital city of Caracas and the neighboring city of La Guaira. In response, the government declared a state of emergency. A reported 9.73 million peop

Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Europe, Central Asia and the Americas, Asia and the Pacific Khaled Khiari - Remarks to the Security Council on Yemen (New York, 13 July 2026)

. President, Recent developments in Yemen are a stark reminder that there is no alternative to an inclusive, Yemeni-owned political process. A negotiated political settlement reached through dialogue under UN auspices can provide a durable and sustainable resolution to the conflict. On 3 July 2026,

Intense fire in Bangkok bar kills 27, hurts dozens

A dozen states sue to block Paramount, Warner Bros. $110B merger

Jurassic Park star Sam Neill dies at 78

Medical examiner details heart trouble in Sen. Graham’s death

Feds share Minneapolis shooting evidence with local officials

OCHA Haiti: Humanitarian Bulletin (March - May 2026)

. Food insecurity: Nearly 5.8 million people (52% of the population) are experiencing acute food insecurity, including approximately 1.9 million people in the emergency phase. Mass displacement driven by violence: More than 1.5 million internally displaced people (IDPs), further exacerbating vulnera

Islamic Relief launches emergency response to deadly Bangladesh floods

Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Several days of torrential monsoon rains have caused landslides and flooding that have so far killed at least 51 people and affected millions. Islamic Relief aid workers are using boats to reach some of the worst hit communities and they report that in some areas 80%