. This fourth 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 2,295 fata
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. Los socios del Clúster de Salud mantienen una respuesta activa en los estados más afectados, con presencia operativa en establecimientos de salud y la movilización de 733 profesionales de salud, más de 1,17 millones de unidades de medicamentos, 4.277 kits de trauma y 47 vehículos. Asimismo, contin
. This fourth 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 2,295 fata
. At the request of the Government of Venezuela, USAR teams from 28 countries, with more than 2,200 personnel and 175 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
As a child in Gawo Kebe, Ethiopia, Taha Abduraman Dinka faithfully attended the mosque and adhered to his community’s Islamic beliefs. He never imagined his life would ever take a different direction. In 2019, Dinka heard the gospel and decided to follow Jesus. He said he experienced spiritual freed
Advocacy groups recently wrote Thomas Barrack, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Türkiye and Envoy to Syria and Iraq, asking the U.S. to intervene in the detention of a Syrian Christian. The letter, sent on June 25, was penned by In Defense of Christians (IDC) and co-signed by leaders from Christia
. FAST FACTS The number of registered displaced people In Lebanon has fallen to 704,445 and occupancy in the shelters has decreased by more than 50%. OUR FOOTPRINT International Medical Corps maintains a wide operational presence across the Middle East, delivering lifesaving assistance in active con
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. This analytical brief examines social cohesion in Ukraine, drawing on data from Round 23 of IOM’s General Population Survey, collected between January and March 2026. The brief analyses several dimensions of social cohesion, including trust between individuals and institutions, sense of belonging,
Countries: Pakistan, Afghanistan . The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Pakistan’s FM provides key insights into cross-border migration trends, returning Afghan nationals to Afghanistan, their profiles, mobility patterns, routes, vulnerabilities, demographics and other social character
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. In parallel, the Agency has also published an updated Practical Guide on Qualification which helps Member States decide who qualifies for refugee status and subsidiary protection status under the new rules. The European Union Agency for Asylum has just published a Practical Guide on a key element
Countries: World, Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, India, Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory, Sudan . Protection of Humanitarian and UN Personnel, Premises and AssetsIn the 25 months since the adoption of the resolution, Insecurity Insight recorded
. Insecurity Insight has released a new report on anticipatory action and risk mitigation for food insecurity in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, analysing how conflict-related violence continues to damage local food systems and undermine livelihoods long after individual incidents occur. T
. HIGHLIGHTS Deaths, injuries and population displacement following clashes in Am-Dafock, Vakaga prefecture. Escalating violence and access constraints continue to exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Haut-Mbomou prefecture. 200 vulnerable households receive seeds and farming tools in Koui, Ouham-P
Countries: South Sudan, Sudan . SITUATION OVERVIEW • The political and security situation in South Sudan remains tense, as compounding armed conflict, climatic shocks, and economic instability continue to drive a severe humanitarian crisis. • The displacement crisis remains severe. Between January a
. Situation Update • On 24 June 2026, two major earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck north-central Venezuela near Morón (Yaracuy), causing widespread destruction across Caracas and coastal areas, particularly affecting La Guaira. • The government has declared La Guaira a disaster zone, enabli
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. Introduction A Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) tape is a simple, low-cost tool used to assess whether a child is acutely malnourished. It is wrapped around the middle of the upper arm to measure its circumference in millimetres, providing a quick indication of nutritional status. MUAC tapes are
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Uganda . Mis à jour de la situation • Une épidémie d'Ebola (souche Bundibugyo) a été déclarée le 14 mai 2026 par le ministre de la Santé publique après la confirmation de 8 cas positifs en province de l'Ituri, à l'est de la RDC. Depuis, l’épi
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Uganda . Situation Overview • An Ebola outbreak (Bundibugyo strain) was declared on 14 May 2026, by the Minister of Public Health after 8 positive cases were confirmed in Ituri province in eastern DRC. Since then, the outbreak has spread rapi
. The response is transitioning from live rescue to recovery. Live rescues are now rare exceptions. Missing-persons estimates range from tens of thousands (unverified crowd-sourced registries cite 43,000 to 46,000), against no confirmed official figure. The UN is planning against a scenario of up to
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Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan .
Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan .
Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan .
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. Over several days of siege, more than 1,000 people were reportedly killed and nearly 67,000 displaced.1, 2 The attack cut off the coastal town, which is known internationally for hosting major liquefied natural gas projects. This had immediate and devastating consequences on residents and the heal
. Following the devastating earthquakes that struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June 2026, thousands of families have been affected by loss of life, injuries, displacement, damage to homes and disruption of essential services. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is scaling up its response and seeks USD
. • Two major earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June, with the strongest impact reported in La Guaira and the Greater Caracas area. • As of 29 June, at least 1,719 people had been reported dead, more than 5,034 people injured and 15,866 were reported affected. Figures are expected to
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