. Venezuela is facing a major humanitarian emergency following two consecutive earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 that struck the central-northern region of the country on 24 June, causing widespread destruction and more than 130 aftershocks. On Thursday, 25 June, preliminary reports indicated th
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International (MNN) — Believers around the world are striving to reach the lost for Christ. Sometimes, that means introducing entire people groups to Jesus for the very first time. However, growth remains limited without God’s Word. “What happens in some of these disciple-making movements and church
This article has been corrected from its broadcast to update the number of buildings badly damaged or destroyed from 774 to 855, according to Monday information from Venezuelan government authorities. Venezuela (MNN) — The death toll from Venezuela’s twin June 24 earthquakes rose to more than 1,700
Lebanon (MNN) — Lebanon remains a key battlefield in the war between the United States and Iran. An agreement signed on Friday seeks to end fighting in southern Lebanon by empowering the Lebanese military to disarm Iran’s proxy, Hezbollah. Hezbollah flag(Photo courtesy mhrezaa/Unsplash) The agreemen
. Venezuela is facing a major humanitarian emergency following two consecutive earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 that struck the central-northern region of the country on 24 June, causing widespread destruction and more than 130 aftershocks. On Thursday, 25 June, preliminary reports indicated th
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. The humanitarian situation in Lebanon remains volatile despite the United States-Iran Memorandum of Understanding signed on 15 June and broader regional de-escalation efforts. Hostilities continue across the country, particularly in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa governorate. Women and girls are b
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. Caracas / New York, 29 June - As affected communities cope with the loss and devastation caused by the earthquakes, clearing debris is a critical first step toward recovery. An estimated 1.2 million tonnes of debris resulted from the June 24 earthquakes across the hardest-hit areas of La Guaira st
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. The ICRC supported their efforts, with emergency assistance spanning water, health, forensic management and detainee welfare. Water supply So far, the ICRC has donated 18,400 water purification tablets to Venezuela's Ministry of Water (MPPAA), enabling the treatment of up to 755,000 litres of wate
. 29 June 2026 As Delivered Madam President, Members of the Security Council, Today’s briefing is focused on the Secretary-General’s quarterly report on the implementation of resolution 2334 (2016), as circulated to Council members last week. Since the 12 June cutoff date for the written report, the
. MENA, Afghanistan et Pakistan : Politiques ciblées et investissements stratégiques, des leviers puissants pour renforcer la sécurité alimentaire, améliorer la nutrition et créer des millions d’emplois WASHINGTON, le 29 juin 2026 — La région Moyen-Orient, Afrique du Nord, Afghanistan et Pakistan di
. They have caused widespread damage, with the cities of La Guaira and Caracas particularly affected. At least 1,430 people have died and 3,230 have been injured, according to the authorities.1 Search and rescue operations are still ongoing, even as the initial emergency trauma phase is coming to an
Countries: World, Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canary Islands (Spain), Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Montenegro, Morocco, Romania, Senegal, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, the Republic of North Macedonia, Tunisia, Türkiye . This report draws on DTM Flow
. Key Highlights Exchange Rate and Trade Dynamics: • During the fourth week of June, the Afghani exchange rate remained broadly stable at AFN 64.6/USD, appreciating slightly (0.5%) compared to last week. Despite recent fluctuations, the Afghani remains 8% stronger than last year and 15% stronger tha
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. MENA, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Targeted Policies and Strategic Investments Can Boost Food Security, Improve Nutrition, and Create Millions of Jobs WASHINGTON, June 29, 2026 — The Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan region has clear opportunities to develop stronger agriculture and
. KYIV, 29 June 2026 – Systematic and repeated attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure during the 2025–2026 winter caused widespread disruption to essential services and compounded the impact of an increasingly deadly phase of the war on civilians, according to a report issued by the UN Human Rig
. This situation report provides updates on the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It outlines planned and ongoing telecommunications activities of the Logistics & Telecommunications Cluster1 (LTC) - Telecoms to support the ongoing humanitari
. Implemented under the initiative Digital technology skills to enhance employability in Iraq, these courses were designed to equip young Iraqis with future ready technical and business skills, strengthen employability, and support pathways to income generation in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
. Executive Summary: World Vision Afghanistan conducted a Community Validation Exercise in May 2026 across Herat, Ghor, Badghis, and Faryab provinces to assess whether the findings of the 2025 Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) continue to reflect current realities, identify changes in needs and v
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. 1. Background & Context The escalation of conflict across Sudan has triggered an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. By mid - October 2025 , the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) recorded over 807 ,744 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) taking re
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. Doha – June 28, 2026 In a significant step toward advancing humanitarian and development efforts in Bangladesh, Qatar Charity (QC) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) have formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at expanding sup
. Description On 27 June 2026, continuous heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding in Senaki and Chkhorotsku municipalities in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Region. Heavy rainfall has continued without interruption since the early hours of 27 June, and as of 29 June the emergency situation remains ongo
. Description of the EventDate of event 15-06-2026 What happened, where and when? Between 22 May and 12 June 2026, the Republic of Moldova experienced a series of severe rainfall events that triggered flash floods across multiple districts of the country. The first flooding event occurred between 21
. This second Situation Report provides an updated overview of the impact of the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and outlines IOM’s ongoing and planned response in support of affected populations and national efforts. Highlights Official figures report at least 1,719 fata
. IOM Calls for Balanced, Sustainable Delivery on Migration under Irish EU Presidency Brussels, 29 June 2026 – As Ireland prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU) at a decisive moment for migration management, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is c
On June 22, the government of India issued two notifications, one of which explicitly bars non-governmental organizations from using foreign funds for proselytizing. The notification explicitly prohibits the use of foreign contributions for religious conversion but allows their use to support govern
. Why the Regional Humanitarian Fund Matters The Regional Humanitarian Pooled Fund for Latin America and the Caribbean (RHPF LAC) was established in 2024, with a Country Envelope in Colombia. The Regional Humanitarian Fund provides a flexible and cost-effective way to expand funding to more local pa
. Why the Regional Humanitarian Fund Matters The Regional Humanitarian Pooled Fund for Latin America and the Caribbean (RHPF LAC) was established in 2024, with a Country Envelope in Colombia. The Regional Humanitarian Fund provides a flexible and cost-effective way to expand funding to more local pa
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. At the request of the Government of Venezuela, USAR teams from 28 countries, with more than 2,300 personnel and 189 search dogs, have arrived in the country to locate and extract people trapped by collapsed structures and provide initial medical support. The United Nations Office for the Coordinat
Countries: Ukraine, Belarus, Bulgaria, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Türkiye . The frequency of these meetings reflects the dangerous escalation of this war and the heightened risks of further deterioration, with regional and global implications.
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