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humanitarian-crisis1 year ago•3 min saved

"Sudan's Looming Hunger Crisis: War Disrupts Food Supply"

The United Nations warns that Sudan is facing the world's largest hunger crisis, with over 25 million people experiencing food insecurity due to relentless violence and displacement. The World Food Program describes nine in 10 people in Sudan as facing emergency levels of hunger, with the humanitarian response at a breaking point. The crisis has deepened as the program struggles to keep pace with the significant level of need, and the UN has found evidence of atrocities including rape and indiscriminate targeting of civilians. The international community is urged to take action to address the dire situation.

via CNN|

#humanitarian-crisis #humanitarian-response #hunger-crisis

world2 years ago•17 min saved

"Ex-Hostage Grapples with Public Stance on Israeli Conflict"

Chris George, head of Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) in Connecticut and a former hostage in Gaza, faces a moral dilemma on whether to publicly address the recent violence in Israel and Gaza. His personal history and the pressures from his staff, who are deeply affected by the conflict, make the decision complex. Despite his own experiences and the internal call for action, the potential political repercussions for IRIS hold him back. George's struggle highlights the challenges humanitarian organizations face when addressing politically sensitive issues while trying to maintain their mission and unity.

via The New York Times|

#chris-george #humanitarian-response #iris

international-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

Lack of Funds Hampers Humanitarian Response to Surging Migration in the Americas, UN Warns

The flow of migrants in the Americas has reached historic levels, but there is a lack of international funds for humanitarian needs, according to the United Nations. The International Organisation for Migration emphasizes the need for a coordinated regional effort to address the steady movement of vulnerable people towards the United States. However, global funds have been diverted to other crises, leaving countries like Panama and Costa Rica pleading for international aid. The overwhelming influx of migrants, particularly from Venezuela, has strained Latin American governments that lack the necessary funds to support their own citizens. The international response has been characterized by short-term measures, and analysts stress the importance of addressing the root causes of migration while providing assistance and legal pathways for migrants.

via Times of India|

#americas #funding #humanitarian-response

conflict2 years ago•4 min saved

The Escalating Crisis in Sudan: Mobilization, Lawlessness, and the Search for Peace.

Sudan's "resistance committees" have mobilized to provide medical care, evacuate civilians, and maintain social cohesion amid the ongoing armed conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. These neighborhood groups have filled the void left by aid groups that have suspended operations due to the violence. The resistance committees have coordinated informal networks to organize anti-war messaging and humanitarian response, boosting their support among the population. Despite their heroic efforts, they have received little support from political elites and generals, and the international community should engage with them to effectively address the crisis.

via Al Jazeera English|

#conflict #humanitarian-response #pro-democracy-movement