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World: Aid Worker Security Report 2026 – When the threat is the state: Detentions of humanitarian workers
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Humanitarian Outcomes , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Data from the Aid Worker Security Database informs a recent report.
Security incidents affecting humanitarian workers are a growing concern. Data from the Aid Worker Security Database informs a recent report. This report highlights trends in violence and other major incidents.
A particular focus is the detention of aid workers by governments. Experts and practitioners were consulted to gather information on this issue. Further details on the phenomenon and its impact are available, including findings from key informant interviews and a global update on security trends.
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Category: disaster Published: August 19, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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