In the summer of 1976, I was looking forward to kindergarten, and our nation was celebrating its bicentennial. I can’t remember much from those days, but in the 50 years since, I know I’ve heard Psalm 33:12 many times: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD.” Those words were taken up by God-f
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. The project will be implemented by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the Social Fund for Development (SFD). Yemen is facing one of the most severe humanitarian crises in the world. Over 18.3 million people are acutely food insecure, poverty has reached an estimated 74
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. Highlights The Gaza Strip On 30 June, Israeli forces forcibly entered the UNRWA Kalandia Training Centre, located in occupied East Jerusalem. They conducted a tour, took photos of the premises and stated that the centre had to close. The centre serves hundreds of students from refugee camps across
. Key highlights At the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 (URC2026) in Gdańsk, Ukraine’s Ministry of Health mobilized approximately US$900 million for the health sector. WHO and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) launched a new US$26 million Ukraine Health System Transfor
. During May 2026, humanitarian operations across the BAY States were significantly affected by multiple contextual developments with direct implications for GBV risks and response. The cholera outbreak in Borno State continued to constrain GBV service delivery by overstretching health facilities, l
. During May 2026, humanitarian operations across the BAY States were significantly affected by multiple contextual developments with direct implications for GBV risks and response. The cholera outbreak in Borno State continued to constrain GBV service delivery by overstretching health facilities, l
. This Situation Update covers events that occurred in Waw Ray (Win Yay) Township, Dooplaya District, during the period between January and March 2026. This update includes information about challenges related to livelihoods, education, healthcare, militarisation, displacement, travel restrictions,
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. Situation Report No. 9Earthquakes in Venezuela02 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 800 aftershocks. At least seven (7) states have been impacted. La Guaira remains the most affected state. O
. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO); one of the most powerful drivers of year-to-year climate variability. It is a naturally occurring climate patterns characterized by above-average sea-surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacif
. Humanitarian Action is at the core of UNICEF’s mandate to realize the rights of every child. This edition of Humanitarian Action for Children – UNICEF’s annual humanitarian fundraising appeal – describes the ongoing crises affecting children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; the strategies
United States of America (MNN) – America turns 250 this weekend, marking 25 decades of religious freedom. David Bogosian, Executive Director of Alliance for the Unreached, calls us to reflect on and celebrate this gift. “The United States is unique in the history of the world as being the place that
DRC (MNN) — Hundreds of Christians are killed every month in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Islamic State-linked militants continue to target believers with brutal attacks. Todd Nettleton of The Voice of the Martyrs USA says the latest violence included the beheading of 14 Christians by Isl
United States (MNN) — U.S. President Donald Trump aims to set a new Guinness World Record with his fireworks display at the National Mall on July 4. Typical Fourth of July shows last about 20 minutes, but this year’s celebration will go twice as long. Civic displays throughout the U.S. may also stre
. Key Messages Rainfall deficits have persisted across much of Haiti for a second consecutive month, with the largest deficits observed in the Southeast and West. Favorable rainfall earlier in the spring season, residual soil moisture, and irrigation continue to support generally near-average vegeta
. Key Messages The ITF (Intertropical Front) continued its northward ascent and is now north of its climatological position over the region. March through June total rainfall is mostly average to above-average in the bimodal areas of West Africa. The 2026 rainy season is gradually expanding into the
Countries: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland . El Reino Unido despliega un equipo médico de emergencia y un hospital de campaña en las zonas afectadas por el terremoto. El hospital de campaña del Reino Unido proporcionará atención médica primari
Countries: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland . UK deploys Emergency Medical Team and field hospital to earthquake-affected areas UK field hospital to deliver life-saving primary healthcare, including maternal and paediatric services, treating up
. KEY MESSAGES • Somalia's most recent drought - officially declared in November 2025 - disrupted access to food and water, and weakened the livelihoods households depended on to afford them. As a result, food access increasingly relied on markets, taking on debt, and food-for-work, while rising pri
. Key Messages Starting around October, ongoing Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes will deteriorate to Crisis (IPC Phase 3) in typical deficit-producing areas in the south, east, west, and extreme north, which will persist through January 2027. Poor households can currently meet their minimum food need
. Key Messages In June, most of Honduras is experiencing Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes, while Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes have emerged across the Dry Corridor and the Pacific coastal region of Choluteca, driven by atypically early depletion of household food stocks, reduced purchasing power amid
. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected to persist through January across South, El-Nabatieh, Beirut, Baalbek-El Hermel, Bekaa, Akkar, and parts of North and Mount Lebanon. Ongoing insecurity, large-scale displacement, reduced income-earning opportunities, and high food prices cont
Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . The test detects the virus by identifying its genetic material in blood samples, helping confirm infection rapidly and accurately. WHO’s EUL procedure assesses the quality, safety and performance of essential health products based on the a
. Official reports so far confirm 20 deaths and at least 86 wounded have been reported. Among the targets was an ambulance station, where six personnel were injured: three paramedics and three driver-technicians. The attack also damaged a hotel and residential buildings. People who were sleeping at
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. Operation overview Armed conflict between Palestinian militant groups and Israeli military forces began on 07 October 2023. The conflict has resulted in a dire and devastating humanitarian crisis and significant disruption to communications networks, ultimately impeding life-saving humanitarian op
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Countries: Tunisia, World . Tunisian authorities must immediately overturn racist and xenophobic policies that have systematically excluded refugees and asylum seekers from protection, restore access to asylum procedures, halt unlawful collective expulsions and other forced returns, and stop repress
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. The WFP-led Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC) was activated as the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC) on 31 October 2023 in response to the crisis in Gaza. This Situation Report provides a monthly update on LTC telecoms activities. All references to the LTC in this report rela
. This brief highlights how Site Management can contribute to Solutions from the Start by integrating preparedness, community engagement, information management, coordination, and advocacy from the earliest stages of displacement. It explores how early action can help prevent protracted displacement
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. Description The current cholera outbreak is placing increasing pressure on Zimbabwe's health system and the economy as transmission continues to expand geographically. Since the first confirmed case on 22 January 2026, the outbreak has persisted, with transmission resuming after only a 27-day inte
. Description Durante las últimas 24 horas, el nivel del río Paraná registró un incremento aproximado de 40 cm como consecuencia de las intensas lluvias registradas en la cuenca alta. Esta rápida variación del nivel del río ha comenzado a generar afectaciones en eldistrito de Cerrito, departamento d
Countries: Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo . Description of the EventDate when the trigger was met 15-06-2026 What happened, where and when? Cross-border population movements from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) into the Republic of the Congo began in December 2025, following the
Countries: Iran (Islamic Republic of), Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Lebanon, Pakistan, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Turkmenistan . On 17 June 2026, the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran reached an agreement on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning the ce
Countries: Iraq, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye . Regional tensions remained elevated during the second half of June 2026 following the escalations of hostilities that began in late February 2026. Compared with the first half of the month, security incidents in Iraq declin
. Description of the Event Date of event 13-06-2025What happened, where and when? Since June 13, 2025, a significant military conflict has unfolded between Israel and Iran, marking a major escalation in their historically tense relationship. The hostilities began with a series of Israeli airstrikes
. Situation Analysis DESCRIPTION OF THE CRISIS On 28 March 2025, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near Mandalay, causing severe damage across Sagaing, Mandalay, Naypyitaw, Southern Shan and Bago. The earthquake was shallow, at approximately 10 km depth, which contributed to intense
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