The United Nations’ relief chief issues a warning that the humanitarian situation in Gaza may deteriorate significantly.
Over 1.5 million people in Gaza have been forced to leave their homes, 18 hospitals have closed, and hundreds of thousands are experiencing fear and ongoing Israeli attacks. “According to Emergency Relief Coordinator and Humanitarian Affairs chief Martin Griffiths, the…
The World Health Organization warns that the situation in Gaza is spiraling out of control, with hospitals shutting down due to endless needs.
“What we do know is that the health system is on its knees,” said Dr. Richard Peeperkorn, World Health Organization Representative in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, in the wake of Hamas militants’ terror attack on Israel on 7 October that left 1,200 dead and the heavy…
Analysts from Nigeria are doubtful about the recent oil refinery agreements made with Saudi Arabia.
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigerian professionals are optimistic that the recent agreements made with Saudi Arabia will enhance domestic oil production and contribute to economic growth. The agreements involve a commitment from Saudi authorities to repair Nigeria’s four non-functional oil refineries,…
in Gaza The humanitarian operation in Gaza is in danger of being shut down due to a lack of fuel.
During a comprehensive meeting with the media in Geneva, Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of UNRWA, restated the plea for a halt in fighting and also addressed false information being spread about the agency, such as allegations of aid misappropriation. According…
The United Nations’ Türk urges for a political solution to end the “horror” in Gaza.
The High Commissioner for Human Rights called upon the conflicting parties in Geneva to make room for a solution to end the ongoing tragedy. Mr. Türk expressed strong disapproval for the indiscriminate attacks on non-combatants during the recent five weeks…
The current situation in Israel and Palestine has led to a crisis. The Security Council is urging for immediate and prolonged humanitarian breaks in Gaza.
At 5:00 PM, the initial session of the UN Security Council addressing the complex crisis and turmoil surrounding the Gaza Strip concluded. Here is a recap of what took place in New York this afternoon. HIGHLIGHTS The UN Security Council…
The current situation between Israel and Palestine: The UN’s emergency relief leader presents a 10-point strategy to control the violence.
The proposal from experienced aid leader Martin Griffiths, who leads the UN’s aid coordination office OCHA, comes over a month after Hamas fighters caused the deaths of 1,200 individuals in Israel and abducted approximately 240 hostages. The Israeli siege and…
The United Nations humanitarian workers are stating that the suffering of children in Gaza must come to an end and that hospitals should not be used as battlefields.
On Wednesday morning, she made comments while reports were circulating about an Israeli Defense Forces operation at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City. The hospital has experienced power outages, resulting in the deaths of patients, including premature babies. Martin Griffiths, the…
The rise in civilian casualties in Ukraine and Myanmar is being fueled by an increase in the usage of land mines.
GENEVA — A recent report by a land-mine monitor revealed that the deployment of anti-personnel land mines in Ukraine and Myanmar by Russia and Myanmar, respectively, resulted in a significant increase in civilian casualties in these countries. According to a…
UPDATE: The crisis at the Gaza hospital persists as heavy rain causes additional concern.
The Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António Guterres released a statement expressing his grave concern about the dire conditions and significant loss of life seen in Gaza’s medical facilities. The Secretary-General reiterated the statement, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in…