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. As Venezuela moves from emergency relief to recovery, thousands of earthquake-affected families still need documentation, protection services and safe accommodation to rebuild their lives. Through UNHCR-supported protection activities, 7,200 people were reached with critical as...
Countries: Yemen, Belarus, Myanmar . THREAT OF RETURN TO LARGE-SCALE CONFLICT IN YEMEN AMID MAJOR ESCALATION Following months of heightened tensions, on 3 September the Houthis launched a widespread offensive against Saudi Arabia-backed Yemeni government forces in Taiz governorat...
. Wassem Mushtaha, Oxfam’s Response Lead in Gaza, said: "Today’s death toll brings to 1,381 the number of Palestinian deaths in Gaza since the 10 October declaration last year. “People are being pulled from the wreckage by rescuers working with their hands because the equipment t...
. Families are fleeing to areas they hope will be safer, often after long and difficult journeys and with little more than the clothes they are wearing. This is placing further pressure on already stretched services and humanitarian resources. What our colleagues are seeing in Ad...
. The seven-storey building housed displaced families despite earlier structural damage. Hundreds of damaged buildings assessed as unsafe remain occupied because families lack safer alternatives. Israeli authorities approved 36,960 pieces of timber and 660 emergency shelter kits ...
. At least eight children were reported killed early today, and dozens more are among 100 people missing following the collapse of a six or seven story building damaged by an earlier Israeli strike in Gaza City. As rescuers comb through the rubble, some digging with their bare ha...
. Health teams are intensifying active case finding and contact monitoring, with technical support from the World Health Organization. Two months into the outbreak The first mpox case in Guinea-Bissau was notified on 26 June 2026. The diagnosis was confirmed by the national publi...
. “While the intensity of violence has subsided, people in Gaza are having to cope with destroyed homes, infrastructure and livelihoods, a lack of access to water and sanitation, and restricted ability to buy or grow food,” said Concern’s Humanitarian adviser, Catriona Pender. “T...
Countries: Norway, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine, World . International refugee protection: Norway has a strong national asylum and integration system and has made commendable contributions to international refugee protection globally. Contributo...
Countries: Moldova, Bangladesh, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine . Moldova continues to host one of Europe’s most vulnerable Ukrainian refugee populations, with one-third unable to afford essentials and over 80 per cent of households headed by women, older persons, or careg...
Countries: Netherlands, Eritrea, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine, World, Yemen . In August 2025, NSC pulled out of the government coalition, a few months after PVV withdrew in June of the same year. NSC cited differences in the approach to Israel, while PVV cited concerns ...
Countries: Poland, Belarus, Russian Federation, Ukraine, World . Over one million refugees from Ukraine are currently present in Poland, the majority women and children. This represents some 2.5 per cent of the total population of Poland. UNHCR coordinates the response of 58 orga...
. ANALYSIS & TRENDS Conflicts across Jonglei and Upper Nile have internally displaced more than 323,000 people since 2025. The latest escalation in Akobo has led to large-scale population movements, with more than 100,000 people fleeing from Akobo and surrounding areas into E...
. The October to December (OND) "Deyr" 2026 seasonal outlook indicates a high probability (>90%) of above-normal rainfall, with parts of central and southern Somalia likely to receive more than 400 mm of rainfall (ICPAC, 2026). While this signals an elevated flood risk, locali...
. While some indicators, such as declining patients' admissions and slower transmission, may suggest the outbreak is easing, Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams are observing a worrying trend: cases are emerging and spreading into new, underprepared are...
Countries: Switzerland, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Ukraine, World . Close to 25,800 asylum applications were registered in Switzerland in 2025, down from 27,700 in 2024. UNHCR is engaged in the development of a new Asylum Strategy 2027. UNHCR works with authorities and NGOs to further...
. Mozambique is entering a critical climate risk period as El Niño intensifies ahead of the 2026-27 rainy season. INAM has confirmed that El Niño is active and forecasts a 63% probability of a very strong event between November 2026 and January 2027, potentially making it one of ...
Countries: Lithuania, Belarus, Russian Federation, Somalia, Ukraine . Refugees from Ukraine: Lithuania generously hosts 52,500 refugees from Ukraine on temporary protection. Temporary protection in Lithuania is extended untill 4 March 2027. Refugee Response Plan (RRP): Lithuania ...
. Kordofan, September 15, 2026 The Women Advisory Group for Humanitarian Work in Sudan is deeply concerned about the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Kordofan region and the catastrophic effects on women and girls in North, West, and South Kordofan. The ongoing...
. Organized by the Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management in Damascus in partnership with UNDRR, the National Multi-Sectoral Early Warning System Gap Analysis Workshop is supporting national efforts to review progress across the four pillars of the Early Warnings for All (...
.44bn savings over 30 years from Scenario 5, extended nationwide Lack of data often hampers efforts to persuade key decision-makers that preventing disasters is cheaper than fixing the havoc they wreak. It can be hard to justify investing limited budget resources in prevention wh...
Countries: Afghanistan, Djibouti, Pakistan, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen .
. 1,871 conflict events 3% increase compared to last week 199 incidents of violence targeting civilians 3% decrease compared to last week At least 73 civilians killed by targeted violence 37% decrease compared to last week 1,181 air- and drone strikes 2% increase compared to last...
Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russian Federation, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine, World . UNHCR's engagement in BiH focuses on protecting the rights of forcibly displaced and stateless people, and empowering them to build a better future. UNHCR prioritizes sustainabl...
Countries: Montenegro, Cuba, Russian Federation, Serbia, Türkiye, Ukraine, World . Since March 2022, Montenegro has granted temporary protection (TP) to Ukrainians fleeing the war and hosts one of the largest refugee communities relative to its population in Europe. UNHCR support...
Countries: Germany, Afghanistan, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine, World . Germany has a long tradition in refugee protection and ranks among the largest refugee hosting countries globally. Germany maintains a functioning protection system for forcibly displaced and statele...
Countries: Belgium, Afghanistan, occupied Palestinian territory, Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine . According to the Immigration Office, Belgium has received 34,439 applications for international protection in 2025, a 13 per cent decrease compared to 2024. The total recognition rate...
Countries: Slovenia, Afghanistan, Algeria, Morocco, Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine, World . Slovenia continues to offer a generally welcoming environment for forcibly displaced individuals, ensuring access to territory, protection, social services, and employment, in line with its...
Countries: Ireland, Afghanistan, Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine, World . Arrivals: a total of 13,162 people applied for international protection in Ireland in 2025, representing a decrease of nearly 30 per cent compared with 2024. In addition, Ireland welcomed 290 Syrian refugees ...
Countries: Iceland, Nigeria, occupied Palestinian territory, Ukraine, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), World . Contributions to international protection: Iceland maintains a favourable protection environment for forcibly displaced and stateless people and continues to explore ...
Countries: Georgia, India, Türkiye, Ukraine . UNHCR assists forcibly displaced and stateless people, including refugees from Ukraine, and works with the government and partners on international protection, statelessness and internal displacement. UNHCR coordinates the Ukraine ref...
Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Ukraine . From the DRC to South Sudan to Ukraine, communities share stories of living through crisis: losing loved ones, fleeing to find refuge, suffering under daily bombardments, surviving without even the most ba...
. SITUATION OVERVIEW The 26 August flash floods in central Nepal have caused significant loss of life, displacement and widespread damage to homes, infrastructure and essential services. Government-led search and rescue operations are on their twelfth day, while access constraint...
Countries: Myanmar, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand . The humanitarian crisis in Myanmar remains one of the world’s most complex and protracted, marked by repeated waves of displacement and limited prospects for durable solutions. Escalating conflict a...
. 1. Court of Justice of the European Union Four judgments which are relevant to international protection were pronounced by the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) in the last quarter. In addition, six referrals to the CJEU for a preliminary ruling were made by courts in Belgium, ...
. These meetings, held in Amman, Jordan, have so far included discussions with representatives of the Rashad Party, the Nasserite Party, and the Yemeni Socialist Party as well as civil society groups. During these meetings, there emerged a broad consensus on the need for transpar...
. MAP’s medical partner organisation, Al-Awda Health and Community Association, has confirmed that the patient, a 65-year-old man, was attending the centre to receive treatment when an Israeli military quadcopter shot him. Despite efforts by medical staff to treat him, he later d...
. Situation Update Insecurity, restricted access, damage to health infrastructure, attacks on healthcare and persistent resource shortages continue to place considerable strain on Lebanon’s health system and its ability to maintain essential services. Since August 31, two new inc...
. Situation Overview During August, humanitarian needs in Lebanon remained substantial despite a continued decline in overall displacement and further population returns. As of 26 August, IOM DTM recorded 334,353 internally displaced people, a 4% decrease compared with 19 August,...
. Highlights The Gaza Strip Humanitarian partners warned of major gaps ahead of the 2026-2027 winter preparation phase, driven by severe funding shortfalls and continued restrictions on the entry of critical supplies and equipment into the Gaza Strip. UNRWA continues to play a ce...
. This Short Update describes events occurring in Ler Muh Lah Township, Mergui-Tavoy District, in August 2026. On 4 August 2026, at 4:07 pm, the Burma Army from Bleik (Myeik) Town conducted an air strike, dropping six bombs from three aircraft into Aa--- village, T’Hpoh village t...
. 2025 Antarctic ozone hole was one of smallest in recent decades Annual fluctuations occur despite long-term recovery trend World Ozone Day celebrates Montreal Protocol success UV radiation remains a threat to health Atmospheric monitoring is essential to inform policy In welcom...
When you think about C. S. Lewis and apologetics, what books come to mind? Most likely Mere Christianity, Miracles, or The Problem of Pain. These frontal attacks on modern skepticism do undoubtedly display the Oxford don’s brilliance as a defender of Christian faith. But it may s...
. **Synopsis (short abstract)**Au Niger, les inondations constituent une préoccupation majeure, aussi bien pour les populations urbaines et rurales que pour les autorités, en raison des dégâts considérables et récurrents qu’elles causent chaque année. La Belgique, à travers le Fo...
. Highlights With fewer than five years remaining to achieve SDG 4, the global learning crisis has become one of the defining challenges of our time. Across the world, education systems are facing a profound challenge in ensuring that every child achieves meaningful learning outc...
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan .
. Key results Across much of Uganda, El Niño-induced dry spells led to extreme crop and pasture losses, which, alongside rising food prices, has greatly reduced food affordability and access. This is driving high levels of acute food insecurity and malnutrition in the Karamoja re...
. Highlights Myanmar’s humanitarian situation continued to deteriorate over the reporting period. Ongoing conflict and displacement, compounded by the fuel crisis and economic decline, continued to drive acute needs, with 16.2 million people, including 4.9 million children, requi...
. I. Situation Overview On 30 July 2026 at 4:00 PM, the trough of a Low Pressure Area (LPA 07f) affected the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao. On the same day, the trough of the LPA brought continuous heavy rainfall, resulting in flash floods in Zamboanga City. On 01 Augu...
. NDMA Monsoon 2026 Daily Situation Report No 82, covering period from 1300 hours 14 September to 1300 hours 15 September 2026 along with following data as per Annexures as shown against each is enclosed:...
. I. Situation Overview On 30 July 2026 at 4:00 PM, the trough of a Low Pressure Area (LPA 07f) affected the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao. On the same day, the trough of the LPA brought continuous heavy rainfall, resulting in flash floods in Zamboanga City. On 01 Augu...
. More than 120 countries have identified building institutional capacity to deliver essential public health functions (EPHFs) as a medium-to-high priority for WHO support. The shift comes as fragmented programmes, uneven workforce investment, and reliance on external financing i...
. FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Uncertain production prospects for 2026 Gu main season crops due to erratic rains and pests Livestock severely affected by water and pasture shortages Prices of cereals at high levels due to reduced market supplies and high fuel prices High levels and pre...
. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Major Economic Developments Economic Growth & Household Welfare: Afghanistan’s economy continues to show modest growth, supported by domestic demand and the return of large numbers of Afghans, with agriculture, industry, and services contributing to economic ...
Countries: Djibouti, Yemen . Highlights As of 12 September 2026, more than 2,350 people, at least half of them children, have arrived in Djibouti after fleeing escalating hostilities in Yemen. They have landed at various points along Djibouti’s northern coast near Obock. It is an...
. ADEN, Wednesday 16 September - The latest violence in Yemen threatens to shatter the already threadbare health system for children, Save the Children said. Rishana Haniffa, Save the Children Country Director in Yemen, said: "The recent escalation will only exacerbate the existi...
Countries: Yemen, Djibouti . President, The situation in and around the Bab al Mandab Strait has become increasingly volatile in recent days. Further to the briefing of Special Envoy Grundberg to this Council on 10 September, fighting has intensified along Yemen’s west coast, as ...
