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humanitarian-crisis1 year ago•5 min saved

Aid Ship Departs Cyprus for Gaza Amid Famine Fears

A ship carrying 200 tonnes of aid for Gaza left Cyprus in a pilot project to open a sea route to deliver supplies to a population aid agencies say is on the brink of famine. The U.N. estimates a quarter of the population in the enclave is now at risk of starvation, particularly in Gaza's north, which it says Israel has effectively put beyond reach of all supplies. Negotiators seeking a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which controls Gaza, were not close to a deal. The U.S. military said its vessel, the General Frank S. Besson, was also en route to provide humanitarian relief to Gaza by sea. The U.N. humanitarian office welcomed efforts to provide aid by sea and air, but warned it would not be enough.

via Reuters|

#aid-ship #ceasefire #famine

international-affairs2 years ago•2 min saved

Urgent Humanitarian Relief Needed in Gaza as Infectious Diseases Spread

The World Health Organization (WHO) has passed a resolution calling for immediate access to humanitarian aid and an end to the fighting in Gaza. The resolution emphasizes the importance of health as a universal priority and urges all parties to fulfill their obligations under international law. The UN Security Council has struggled to respond to the crisis, with a recent resolution for a humanitarian ceasefire failing to pass due to a US veto. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus hopes the resolution will serve as a starting point for further action, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire to ensure peace and health in the region. The UN General Assembly is expected to vote on a resolution for an immediate ceasefire.

via Al Jazeera English|

#ceasefire #gaza #humanitarian-relief

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates: Updates on Ground Offensive and Aid Deliveries"

The International Criminal Court has ongoing investigations into alleged war crimes in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, while Jordan has requested the US to deploy Patriot air defense systems to bolster its border defense. The International Committee of the Red Cross has sent additional aid trucks to Gaza, and an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council will be held to demand a humanitarian pause in the fighting. The Palestinian Authority will not return to governing Gaza without a comprehensive agreement that includes the West Bank, and Israel has protested Russia's hosting of a Hamas delegation. In Russia's Dagestan region, a mob stormed an airport in search of Jewish passengers. President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Egyptian President al-Sisi, emphasizing the need to protect civilians and establish a Palestinian state. UN warehouses in Gaza were broken into by residents in a sign of desperation, and Médecins Sans Frontières sent medical supplies to Gaza. Save the Children reported a high number of child casualties in Gaza, and staff from Columbia University and Barnard College expressed solidarity with Palestine in an open letter.

via The Guardian|

#gaza #humanitarian-relief #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

Cairo Peace Summit Fails to Resolve Israel-Hamas Conflict

The Cairo Peace Summit, called by Egypt to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, ended without a breakthrough as Arab leaders condemned Israeli bombardment of Gaza and called for an end to the violence. However, with Israel and senior U.S. officials absent, no joint statement was agreed upon. While Western countries focused on humanitarian relief for civilians, Arab and Muslim states demanded an immediate end to Israel's offensive. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas asserted that Palestinians would not be displaced or driven off their land. France called for a humanitarian corridor into Gaza, and Jordan's King Abdullah criticized the global silence on Israel's attacks. The United States only sent its Cairo charge d'affaires, and Israel vowed to wipe out Hamas.

via Reuters|

#arab-leaders #cairo-peace-summit #gaza

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Governor Newsom's High-Profile Trips: From Israel to China, Addressing Tragedy and Housing Crisis

California Governor Gavin Newsom visited Israel and expressed solidarity with the country, meeting with survivors and families impacted by the ongoing conflict. He pledged to ship medical supplies to support humanitarian relief efforts in Israel and Gaza. Newsom highlighted the resilience and spirit of both Israel and California in the face of adversity, emphasizing the shared commitment to community and common purpose.

via Office of Governor Gavin Newsom|

#california #gaza #governor-gavin-newsom

humanitarian-crisis2 years ago•1 min saved

International Organizations Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has issued a rare public statement calling for a "pause" in the fighting in Gaza, as Israeli authorities have ordered the population to leave their homes without ensuring access to basic necessities like food and water. The ICRC emphasizes that international humanitarian law protects all civilians, including those who remain in Gaza, and expresses concern for the safety of its colleagues in the region. They stress the need for humanitarian organizations to be able to increase aid operations and provide life-saving relief to the people of Gaza.

via Just Security|

#gaza #humanitarian-crisis #humanitarian-relief

disaster-relief2 years ago•4 min saved

Guam Military Prepares for Most Powerful Typhoon in 2 Years.

The military is launching disaster and humanitarian relief efforts on Guam after Typhoon Mawar caused massive damage, power outages, and water shortages. The strongest typhoon to hit the territory since 2002, Mawar briefly made landfall as a Category 4 storm at Andersen Air Force Base. Military units are preparing to assist with recovery efforts, including clearing the airfield from debris to bring in aid for the island. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit are poised to provide humanitarian and disaster relief in Guam.

via NavyTimes.com|

#disaster-relief #guam #humanitarian-relief

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

NYC repurposes hotels as migrant shelters to accommodate influx of asylum seekers.

New York City has launched its first migrant arrival center at the shuttered Roosevelt Hotel in Midtown, which will initially feature 175 rooms for children and families, as well as an additional 100 to 150 rooms for migrants in transition to other locations. The center will serve as an intake center for migrants arriving in the city and will provide them with legal, medical, and reconnection services, along with placement in a shelter if needed. The center's launch comes as the number of arrivals is anticipated to increase dramatically with the recent expiration of Title 42.

via Gothamist|

#asylum-seekers #eric-adams #humanitarian-relief