. Twelve Syrian families fled to Lebanon after the escalation of conflict in Syria. They arrived with little more than what they could carry, seeking safety in a place never meant to shelter anyone. They settled in a public park and an adjacent religious shrine. The spaces offered only bare rooms an
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. Twelve Syrian families fled to Lebanon after the escalation of conflict in Syria. They arrived with little more than what they could carry, seeking safety in a place never meant to shelter anyone. They settled in a public park and an adjacent religious shrine. The spaces offered only bare rooms an
. During the conflict in Lebanon, the Arida International Bridge in Akkar was bombed. Twenty‑four‑year‑old Omar was standing on it when the airstrike hit. The explosion left him severely injured. His spinal damage caused permanent lower‑body paralysis, abruptly halting the active life of a young man
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar .
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar .
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar .
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Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar .
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar .
. The city, increasingly encircled, is facing drone attacks and growing fears of a wider assault by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) and partners had warned two weeks ago that atrocities could follow such a move. But reports from the ground show that for many famil
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. Risk Analysis According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) Special Weather Bulletin issued on 6 July 2026, the monsoon depression has moved inland over Odisha and adjoining Jharkhand, India, and is expected to continue moving west-northwestwards. Although the system is gradually mov
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. The call comes as the world faces historically high levels of displacement and humanitarian need. An IRC delegation will attend the United Nations' AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva this week, advocating for greater investment in responsible AI solutions that improve outcomes for refugees and vu
. The Fund, established by the United Nations Global Solutions Hub, supported 10 joint programmes with catalytic investments of up to USD 3 million each in 2025. These efforts helped unlock approximately USD 2.5 billion in national budget allocations for the protection of and solutions for internall
Malawi (MNN) — After four years of waiting, World Missionary Press (WMP) will now begin sending additional Bible study materials to Malawi. Helen Williams with WMP says they have supplied Bible materials and booklets in Malawi for several years in Chichewa, the national language of Malawi, and the c
Venezuela (MNN) — Nearly two weeks after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela’s capital region, survivors have entered a second phase of crisis. More than 17,000 people are homeless — living on the streets, parks, or in temporary shelters. Annabel Torrealba with TWR says, “They need a place to live. So
Lebanon (MNN) — Peace efforts in Lebanon are stalling amid volatility. Peace talks negotiated by the United States produced a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon’s government at the end of June. However, implementation of the deal remains problematic as Hezbollah refuses to comply, and Is
. Description Following landfall on 5 July 2026, Typhoon No. 1 (Maysak) weakened into a tropical depression but continues to bring strong winds, heavy rainfall and localised flooding across northeastern Viet Nam, particularly in Quảng Ninh Province. Authorities remain on high alert for secondary haz
. Situation Report No. 13Earthquakes in Venezuela06 July 2026Time: 8:00 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
. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected in La Guaira, Distrito Capital (Caracas), Yaracuy, Carabobo, and Aragua following back-to-back earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude on June 24. Although post-disaster assessments are still ongoing, direct physical damage is expected to be bil
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. The latest displacement in over three years of war comes amid intensified hostilities around the city, with the UN warning that up to 500,000 civilians are at risk of being targeted in large-scale atrocities and could be displaced if the situation escalates. This warning follows increased drone st
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Countries: Cook Islands, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, World . Ocean warming, marine heatwaves and sea-level rise pose increasing risk in South-West Pacific region SINGAPORE/GENEVA, 7 July 2026 (WMO) – The vast ocean expanse in the Sout
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. The Darfur region was the center of intense fighting in the early stages of the war. Now, except for North Darfur and small pockets of unrest in other Darfur states, the majority of Darfur (South Darfur, Central Darfur, East Darfur and West Darfur) has experienced relative stability3, allowing for
. 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 humani
Countries: Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory, Syrian Arab Republic . Highlights Children and caregivers bear the brunt of escalating conflict and prolonged instability. Since 2 March 2026, 211 children have been killed and 845 children injured, with 62 unaccompanied and separated children iden
. The sixth Situation Report provides an update on the impact of the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and summarizes IOM’s ongoing and planned response in support of affected populations and national efforts by July 05. Highlights Official figures report at least 3,342 fat
. FAST FACTS As of July 5, the State Ministry of Health had reported 28,082 suspected cases and 143 deaths. The Borno State Ambulance service has coordinated more than 2,100 referrals to oral rehydration points (ORPs) and cholera treatment centers (CTCs). OUR FOOTPRINT International Medical Corps ha
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