. Commission strengthens migration management along the Channel route Today, the Commission is presenting an EU action plan for the Channel migratory route, setting out a comprehensive European response to the challenges posed by illegal migration along this route. The action plan puts forward opera
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Countries: Central African Republic, Sudan . Par Stella Fatime and Patrick Ariel Omonoma Dans le quartier de Korsi, qui accueille des réfugiés soudanais aux abords de la ville de Birao, dans la préfecture de Vakaga, au nord-est de la République centrafricaine, Tarick Abdallah reconstruit sa vie en e
Countries: Central African Republic, Sudan . By Stella Fatime and Patrick Ariel Omonoma In Korsi, a neighbourhood on the outskirts of Birao, Tarick Abdallah is rebuilding his life far from Sudan, balancing work at the market, learning and the hope of a better future for his children*.*"Education is
. Rolled out soon after the declaration of the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak, the machines have drastically reduced testing times, enabling faster, life-saving action to stop the spread of the virus. Before health authorities could declare the outbreak on 15 May 2026, samples were transported to
. The Asia-Pacific Region is highly exposed to climate variability and global economic shocks, both of which have significant implications for agricultural production and food security. This overview examines both dimensions of risk through a regional lens. It provides an overview of the expected ev
Uganda (MNN)—In early May, a hospital in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) identified a cluster of severe illnesses affecting healthcare workers, later identified as Bundibugyo virus, one of the 4 types of orthoebolaviruses that cause Ebola disease in people. According to the CDC,
Lebanon (MNN) — Iran has said that Israel’s continued occupation of southern Lebanon would violate the tentative US-Iran deal. But it’s another bid for power, not peace. Nuna with Triumphant Mercy Lebanon points out that Israel’s target in Lebanon is Hezbollah, Iran’s proxy group. “They're putting L
Iran (MNN) — Iranian pastors are traveling far and wide to support Christians facing isolation, hardship, and persecution. Lana Silk of Transform Iran says the reality of persecution keeps many Christians separated, often gathering only in small groups or having little contact with other believers.
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. The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 provides the most up-to-date data and information, on trends, challenges, opportunities and innovations shaping the sector. It also assesses the state and health of marine fishery resources. Widely recognized as a leading reference for policymakers
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. Continuing to deliver, in crises and beyond. In 2025, global turmoil and compounding crises pushed children’s needs to record levels while the resources to help them dropped dramatically. Sudden and steep global funding cuts forced agonizing choices. Which lives to prioritize? Which services to sc
. Israeli military radically expanded its use of unlawful “everybody-leave” orders, displacing hundreds of thousands of people across Lebanon Israeli military also expanded “don’t come back” orders, with residents in southern Lebanon indefinitely barred from returning to villages within Israel’s uni
. Key Economic Developments The Afghani remained broadly stable against the US dollar in May 2026, averaging AFN 63.9/USD. Continued remittance inflows, increased use of the Afghani in domestic transactions, and sustained trade through alternative regional corridors helped maintain exchange rate sta
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Countries: World, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Myanmar, Pakistan, South Sudan, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic . UNHCR calls to expand refugee resettlement lifeline as part of global solutions drive This is a summary of what was said by Jackie Keegan, Head of UNHCR’s Durable Solu
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. Flood Early Warning No flood risk for the next 10 days. Keep paddy bunds firm and unbroken; repair rat holes and weeds on bund tops. Maintain field outlets and side drains one hand wide and one palm deep to empty sudden showers. Nursery/Seedbed: keep on raised beds 20–30 cm (about ankle height); m
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. Commission strengthens migration management along the Channel route Today, the Commission is presenting an EU action plan for the Channel migratory route, setting out a comprehensive European response to the challenges posed by illegal migration along this route. The action plan puts forward opera
. Around the world, communities are taking action to protect lives and livelihoods from floods, droughts, heatwaves and storms. However, as these events increase in both frequency and intensity, it is clear that the pace of adaptation is insufficient. Public finance structures that shape everyday cl
Countries: Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana . Background Fragile and displacement-affected settings face interconnected pressures of environmental degradation, climate shocks, resource scarcity and social tensions. Refugee and host communities often experience limited livelihood opportunities, while competiti
. Description of the Event Date of event 06-06-2026 What happened, where and when? On 6 June 2026, at approximately 12:56 PM, a severe hailstorm struck the Stepanavan community and surrounding areas in Lori Region, northern Armenia. The hailstorm lasted approximately 15-20 minutes and was accompanie
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. Description of the Event Date of event 12-04-2026 What happened, where and when? Since 7 April 2026, a trough system has been affecting the Dominican Republic, generating intense rainfall and prolonged atmospheric instability across the national territory. As a result, the National Emergency Opera
. Description On 16 June 2026 at 10:27 WIB, a magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Central Sulawesi Province at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was located approximately 42 km southeast of Palu City (1.04°S, 120.23°E). According to the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquake
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. A Welcome Step. Now Comes the Hard Part Hiba Zayadin Senior Researcher, Middle East and North Africa Division Syria’s 14-year conflict destroyed vast swathes of the country and killed hundreds of thousands, but it also left behind over 1.5 million Syrians with war-caused disabilities. Syria’s mini
In a new report, International Christian Concern (ICC) Fellow Daniel St John examines the revenue-generating systems in Africa that support Islamic extremist groups like the Islamic State group and al-Shabab. The report, "The East African Terrorism Economy: Systemic Targeting of Christians," provide
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. Highlights The Gaza Strip Israeli forces continued high-intensity military activities west of the Yellow Line, conducting multiple air and drone strikes targeting infrastructure, assets, and personnel suspected of links to the de facto authorities, with multiple civilian casualties reported. Israe
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Event description Since our last update of 07 June 2026 (Situation Report #4), the Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has continued to evolve, with sustained transmission and increasing geogr
Around 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 14, communist authorities raided Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, and arrested dozens of believers. Roughly 30 SWAT officers and another 60 police officers reportedly entered the hotel conference room where the church had gathered for worship, rec
. In late 2024, serious allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse were reported by Sudanese refugee women against Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) staff in eastern Chad. In response, MSF immediately sent multiple investigation teams to proactively detect and investigate case
Muslims living near the proposed site of the Javanese Christian Church (GKJ) in Banyuanyar Village, Solo City, Central Java, Indonesia, protested its construction on June 11, citing the church’s lack of a building permit. Legiyatno, the head of Banyuanyar Village, said the demonstration occurred on
. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,
. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,
. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,
Samaritan’s Purse Ebola Treatment Centers Open in the Epicenter of the Deadly Outbreak BOONE, N.C., June 16, 2026—Samaritan’s Purse has established two Ebola Treatment Centers in Bunia and Nyankunde, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to care for patients suffering from the deadly Ebola virus
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