. Il est rappelé que la législation douanière congolaise prévoit plusieurs mécanismes permettant d'éviter le blocage des intrants humanitaires et des marchandises de secours lorsque certains documents sont encore en attente. 1. Principe général L'absence temporaire de certains documents ne signifie
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Countries: Iran (Islamic Republic of), Afghanistan, Iraq, Lebanon, Pakistan, Syrian Arab Republic . Since late February, hostilities in Iran and Lebanon have generated humanitarian and protection consequences across the region, including refugee returns in adverse circumstances to Afghanistan and Sy
. Date of event 25-06-2025 What happened, where and when? Since 17 June 2025, the department of Ocotepeque was affected by heavy rainfall caused by the interaction of a surface trough with Tropical Wave Erick. This hydrometeorological phenomenon resulted in flooding, landslides, and the collapse of
. Il est rappelé que la législation douanière congolaise prévoit plusieurs mécanismes permettant d'éviter le blocage des intrants humanitaires et des marchandises de secours lorsque certains documents sont encore en attente. 1. Principe général L'absence temporaire de certains documents ne signifie
. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)'s Potential Migrants Survey (PMS) collects detailed data on the motivations, expectations, and decision-making processes of potential migrants (Afghan and Pakistani nationals) travelling via Pakistan en route to
. Fifteen years later, the country now faces one of the world's largest humanitarian crises. JUBA, 8 July 2026 – As South Sudan marks 15 years of independence, children growing up in the world's youngest nation are calling on its leaders to listen to children and include them in decision-making, Sav
. The following day, the UN suspended all official movement into and within Houthi-controlled territory. By 10 February, the UN had imposed a full operational pause in Sa’ada governorate. On the same day, a detained World Food Programme (WFP) worker named Ahmed died in a Houthi prison. He was 40 yea
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, through the CGIAR Science Program on Food Frontiers and Security, partnered with the UNHCR Country Office in Bangladesh and the Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific to identify technical entry points for strength
. Armed settler attacks, alongside military-imposed movement restrictions, are obstructing ambulances, delaying healthcare workers, and cutting off entire communities from lifesaving services. These barriers are not isolated incidents but part of a wider pattern. Attacks by Israeli settlers are now
. Every Saturday, children in Juba interview senior leaders live on air in a national radio show, asking questions about education, conflict and the future of their country. Save the Children launched the programme on Eye Radio – the first independent radio broadcaster in South Sudan – to create a p
. Its efforts focus on search and rescue, healthcare, relief distributions, psychosocial support and rapid needs assessments. The organisation has deployed international search and rescue specialists, and is delivering emergency supplies including household water filters and solar lamps, working clo
Countries: Myanmar, Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, United States of America . This briefing note explores the potential of expanding complementary pathways for refugees, focusing in particular on intra-regional options within South and Southe
. Johanniter and consortium partners launch integrated response in Cabo Delgado. The activities are co-financed by the European Union’s Humanitarian Aid. Johanniter International Assistance and its consortium partners Ayuda en Acción (AeA), Acted, and Associação Moçambicana Para A Ajuda de Desenvolv
Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye . This report is a testament to the communities we serve, the teams who show up every day, and the partners who make it all possible. 2025 marked a new chapter for Syria, one of return and of hope. We are deeply honored to have been there for people who neede
Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan . BACKGROUND AND METHODOLOGY ▪ In line with UNHCR’s protection monitoring objectives, UNHCR maintains a strong presence through border monitoring partners at official and unofficial crossing points connecting Afghanistan with Iran, Pakista
. Humanitarian diplomacy has gained increasing prominence in recent years. State-led humanitarian diplomacy initiatives are becoming more common, reflecting both the growing recognition of humanitarian diplomacy as a tool to improve respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) and humanitarian p
. UNHCR Afghanistan's Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) operates at both Country Office and field office levels through a range of accessible channels. The operation currently manages a protection mailbox, Six hotlines operated by Country Office Kabul, and 33 complaint boxes located across the
Countries: Chad, Sudan . A comparative analysis of border monitoring results between May and June 2026 highlights significant shifts in arrival patterns, displacement profiles, and protection risks. While overall trends confirm the continued predominance of security-related drivers, the data point t
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. UN Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territory calls on the Israeli Government to urgently protect Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and ensure his safety, dignity, and physical integrity. The Israeli Government must immediately release Dr. Abu Safiya, or promptly charge him with a recognizable crimina
. UN Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territory calls on the Israeli Government to urgently protect Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and ensure his safety, dignity, and physical integrity. The Israeli Government must immediately release Dr. Abu Safiya, or promptly charge him with a recognizable crimina
. The SUN Movement Executive Committee has endorsed the SUN 4.0 Strategy Operational Plan 2026–2027, marking an important step in translating the SUN 4.0 Strategy into action. The Operational Plan sets out priority areas, key actions and ways of working for the next phase of implementation, supporti
Countries: World, Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Ukraine, Yemen . 2025 was one of the most severe years on record for humanitarian WASH needs. Protracted conflict, climate shocks and surging displacement combined to push over 300 million people into humanitarian need globally. The Sudan crisis, the
. The first ever HRC resolution dedicated to all neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) was adopted by consensus, after being put forward by six African countries where the burden of NTDs is significant; the group was led by Malawi, and included Burkina Faso, Gambia, Kenya, Morocco and the United Republ
. Why do we need gender responsive and inclusive cash programming? Across Asia and the Pacific, intensifying climate disasters and armed conflict are disrupting access to essential health and protection services, placing women and girls at greater risk. Those already marginalized, including adolesce
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. This Situation Report provides an overview of the Protection Emergency Response in Lebanon from 2 March to 3 July 2026. As of early July, more than 1.04 million people had been displaced, including 36,213 people living in 350 open shelters. The emergency had resulted in 26,782 reported incidents,
. During January and February 2026, the security situation in Lebanon remained tense but relatively contained. Protection monitoring highlighted persistent vulnerabilities among Palestine refugees, including worsening poverty levels, deterio‐ rating living conditions and ongoing anxiety, particularl
Countries: Lebanon, Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Syrian Arab Republic . Since the announcement of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, its impact on regional mobility remains uncertain. Across neighbouring countries, movem
. To advance this agenda, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) convened representatives from the Embassies of Japan, Australia, Canada, Germany, Italy, Kuwait, Norway, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, alongside the United Nations s
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . The July 2026 Bangladesh Humanitarian Bulletin highlights efforts to strengthen resilience and preparedness against climate and health emergencies. Key areas include expanded cash assistance for vulnerable households, the scaling up of anticipatory action across mult
. In the immediate aftermath of what became the economically costliest disaster in the country, the challenges for humanitarian teams increased. In this kind of context, needs are overwhelmingly high, resources are inherently limited, and incoming field information takes time, often arriving incompl
. Thousands of people continue to live in temporary shelters, schools, parks and other public spaces. Access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services is now becoming increasingly important to prevent health problems and the spread of disease. “Many families are living in densely populated sett
Countries: South Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Congo . EXECUTIVE SUMMARY South Sudan continues to respond to multiple concurrent public health and humanitarian threats. The latest IPC projection places 7.8 million people (55% of the population analyzed) in acute food insecurity (IPC Phase 3+), w
. This Situation Report provides an overview of the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026 (magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5), and their impact on telecommunications. It outlines the activities of the WFP-led Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC)1 Telecoms Area in supporting emergency
. Situation Report No. 14Earthquakes in Venezuela07 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 1,000 aftershocks. At least seven (7) states have been impacted. La Guaira remains the most affected state
. In these chaotic landscapes, we have witnessed the emergence of a horrific shadow economy, where individuals, predominantly women and girls, are sold into the nightmare of sexual slavery. Thank you for joining us at this pivotal moment to assess progress made since the adoption of Security Council
. The WFP-led Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC) was activated as the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC) on 25 May 2023 in response to the conflict crisis in Sudan. This Situation Report provides a monthly update on LTC telecoms activities. Summary Points LTC Telecoms maintained
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. The Asia-Pacific AAP/PSEA Working Group met on 24 June 2026 to discuss regional accountability and protection efforts. Key takeaways include: Regional AAP/PSEA Survey Findings While 81% of respondents have AAP initiatives and 97% have PSEA policies, inter-agency coordination remains inconsistent.
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