. Fragile and conflict-affected states are home to half of the world's extreme poor, and account for half of all low-income countries in or at risk of debt distress. Debt swaps offer one way to alleviate this pressure on fragile states. Since 1987, debt swaps have mobilized over $3 billion for envir
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. Care work drives economies Care work – both unpaid and paid – makes economies possible. It is the essential daily work that keeps us nourished, healthy, and well – without it, our society and economy would grind to a halt. As populations age and care needs increase, investing in care systems is be
. Press release Ukraine Published 24. Jun 2026 - Updated 23. Jun 2026 After more than four years of full-scale war, over nine million people remain displaced in Ukraine and abroad, while many others have returned to communities where homes, services and livelihood opportunities remain under severe s
. FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Cereal production in 2026 forecast at above‑average level Above‑average wheat import requirements forecast in 2025/26 marketing year Prices of wheat flour remained stable year‑on‑year as of March 2026 Cereal production in 2026 forecast at above‑average level Planting of the
. The paper calls on multilateral development banks, development finance institutions, and governments to take specific steps to make that possible, particularly by expanding the use of partial credit guarantees, political risk insurance, and other forms of credit enhancement to support debt swap tr
Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan . During May, Afghan returns from Pakistan and Iran to Afghanistan continued to strain border reception and assistance capacity, particularly at key crossing points such as Torkham. Cross-border tensions with Pakistan persisted throughout
. Fragile and conflict-affected states are home to half of the world's extreme poor, and account for half of all low-income countries in or at risk of debt distress. Debt swaps offer one way to alleviate this pressure on fragile states. Since 1987, debt swaps have mobilized over $3 billion for envir
What does it mean to be human? This is one of the hardest questions to answer in our culture. Artificial intelligence forces us to reevaluate established definitions of personality and consciousness. Evolutionary biology undermines traditional views of human purpose and uniqueness. Gender theory dis
Burkina Faso (MNN) — The military junta under Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso has been in power since late 2022. It runs a fierce campaign to control dissenting voices and project a narrative about its own success. But the facts on the ground are grim. Islamic insurgents control large portion
Armenia (MNN) — Revival is coming to Armenia one heart at a time as the country continues to move beyond its post-Soviet, communist past. Pastor Artur Sargsyan, a partner of A3, says God is transforming lives in his church and community: “Now God works in our hearts, and God revives everyone's heart
Lebanon (MNN) — Lebanese Christians are balancing hope with skepticism as Lebanese officials meet their Israeli counterparts in the United States for a fifth round of peace talks. Heart for Lebanon’s Camille Melki says, “Our prayer is that those negotiations will go forth productively and will come
“Jesus himself says not to judge.” Thus many a conversation about Christian ethics has come to a swift end. I often hear this verse quoted to me in conversations about the Bible’s sexual ethic, especially when these conversations occur in progressive, secular spaces. But it doesn’t take much imagina
. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a rapidly evolving Ebola outbreak affecting Ituri Province and neighbouring areas of North and South Kivu. The outbreak is unfolding in a highly complex context marked by persistent armed conflict, large-scale population displacement, attacks on
. A magnitude 7.8 offshore earthquake caused widespread devastation across Mindanao, prompting the declaration of a State of Calamity in Sarangani Province on 10 June. The number of affected people has increased tenfold since initial estimates, placing significant pressure on health, protection and
. Cameroon continues to face a volatile humanitarian environment, with persistent insecurity in the North-West, South-West, and Far North regions, driving displacement and heightening protection risks. This environment is heavily dominated by the activities of non-state armed groups (NSAGs) and high
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. FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Favourable weather conditions for 2026 maize crop Cereal imports forecast at above‑average level in 2026 National gross domestic product (GDP) forecast to increase in 2026 Favourable weather conditions for 2026 maize crop The country’s main food crop is cassava, which is cul
. LETTER FROM THE HC I am pleased to present the annual report for the Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF) outlining the achievements of the Fund in 2025. The report also provides an overview of the Fund’s robust management and accountability systems. It showcases how the Fund was instrumental in enabli
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. New university-based initiative expands access to psychosocial and social support services while providing hands-on training opportunities for future social workers and community practitioners. Abu Dis, Palestine – 22 June 2026 – Al-Quds University, with support of the Sawasya Joint Programme, thr
. This factsheet provides an overview of the IOM Site Management Programme activities implemented through Site Management Partners in May 2026. During the month, the number of IOM-supported displacement sites increased from 80 to 148 as Acted scaled up its targets under its partnership with IOM. A t
. AS DELIVERED Mr.President 1. Syria’s political transition is at a critical phase, with opportunity and fragility existing side-by-side. The United Nations is focused on supporting the Syrian authorities and people in addressing ongoing challenges in the political transition and advancing a soverei
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Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belgium, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Sudan . Ovaj izvještaj pruža uvid u profile, iskustva, potrebe, rute kretanja i namjere migranata koji se kreću kroz Bosnu i Hercegovinu (BiH). Podaci su prikupljani od 01. do 31
Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belgium, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Sudan . This report provides insights into the profiles, experiences, needs, routes travelled and intentions of migrants transiting through Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). Data wer
![Afghanistan: افغانستان - د خلکو د تګ او راتګ په اړه لنډ راپور (د ۷ څخه تر ۲۰ د جون ۲۰۲۶) [Dari/PS]](https://christgiving.com/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Freliefweb.int%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fstyles%2Fthumbnail%2Fpublic%2Fpreviews%2F5a%2F86%2F5a861430-7c6a-55ad-8481-f1edd53bf5ab.png)
Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan .
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. Тоқсан сайынғы есеп мемлекеттік мекемелерді, халықаралық ұйымдарды, коммерциялық емес ұйымдарды және басқа да құрылымдарды қоса алғанда, түрлі дереккөздерден алынған қайталама деректерді біріктіру арқылы әзірленеді. Атап айтқанда, 2025 жылдың төртінші тоқсанына арналған есеп Қазақстан Республикасы
Countries: Myanmar, Australia, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand .
Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan .
Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Lebanon . Cross-border population movements from Lebanon into the Syrian Arab Republic (hereafter referred to as Syria) have continued to decrease following the ceasefire declared on 17 April 2026. Since arrivals reached their peak recorded level on 27 April 2026 (15
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. Gaza Assessment: Humanitarian Conditions for 1.7 Million Displaced in Gaza Remain Catastrophic Despite Ceasefire Gaza, 23 June 2026 – The Site Management Cluster in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT), a coordination body of non-governmental organizations and United Nations agencies supportin
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. All information updated for 10 -16 June 2026 [1] Days 976 - 982 since the start of the war in the Gaza Strip Highlights The Gaza Strip UNRWA continues to participate in the pest-control campaign led by the WASH Cluster, aiming to prevent the spread of diseases and improve the living conditions for
Countries: Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory . All information is valid for 3 - 16 June 2026 Key Points Following US-facilitated negotiations in Washington, Lebanon and Israel announced on 3 June an agreement on a conditional ceasefire aimed at ending hostilities linked to the broader regional
The US Supreme Court ended its run of favorable religious freedom decisions today, ruling against a prisoner who had faced discrimination from state officials on account of his beliefs. The decision is narrow and speaks to a more technical question than the details may suggest, but the outcome is di
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