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#israel
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 9, including aid workers and journalists, witnesses say

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of aid workers and journalists, drawing criticisms amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Berlin food
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Video. Palestinians line up to receive food aid in central Gaza

Humanitarian aid in Gaza is critically depleted as a blockade continues, leaving many without food and essentials.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

No plans to allow any aid into Gaza, says Israeli minister

Israel continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, claiming it is essential to pressure Hamas regarding hostages.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: US backs Israel's stance on Unrwa at ICJ hearing

Concerns are raised about the UNRWA's impartiality in delivering humanitarian assistance to Palestinians.
UK news
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

World court opens hearings on Israel's aid obligations to Palestinians

Israel is being urged by the U.N. court to allow aid to Palestinian civilians, yet it claims the court is biased.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 9, including aid workers and journalists, witnesses say

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of aid workers and journalists, drawing criticisms amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Berlin food
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Video. Palestinians line up to receive food aid in central Gaza

Humanitarian aid in Gaza is critically depleted as a blockade continues, leaving many without food and essentials.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

No plans to allow any aid into Gaza, says Israeli minister

Israel continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, claiming it is essential to pressure Hamas regarding hostages.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: US backs Israel's stance on Unrwa at ICJ hearing

Concerns are raised about the UNRWA's impartiality in delivering humanitarian assistance to Palestinians.
UK news
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

World court opens hearings on Israel's aid obligations to Palestinians

Israel is being urged by the U.N. court to allow aid to Palestinian civilians, yet it claims the court is biased.
more#israel
fromeuronews
22 hours ago
Non-profit organizations

UN aid agencies slash jobs amid US funding cuts, officials say

UN agencies, led by the World Food Programme, face significant job cuts due to funding reductions, primarily from US sources, affecting global humanitarian aid efforts.
#myanmar
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Myanmar quake death toll hits 1,700 as aid scramble intensifies

Myanmar struggles with a devastating earthquake that has resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed hospitals amidst ongoing rescue efforts.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,000 DW 03/29/2025

The death toll in Myanmar from the recent earthquake has exceeded 1,000, with multiple countries offering assistance.
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
1 day ago

Myanmar earthquake survivors in dire need of aid, UN warns

Myanmar faces a humanitarian crisis following a devastating earthquake, with urgent needs for shelter, water, and health services.
World news
fromeuronews
4 weeks ago

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Scramble to free survivors as death toll passes 1,600 after Myanmar earthquake

Myanmar's earthquake has killed over 1,600 people, prompting urgent rescue efforts with international aid arriving to assist in the crisis.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Satellite images show the widespread destruction in Myanmar after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused over 1,600 deaths and widespread destruction, prompting international humanitarian assistance.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Myanmar quake death toll hits 1,700 as aid scramble intensifies

Myanmar struggles with a devastating earthquake that has resulted in significant casualties and overwhelmed hospitals amidst ongoing rescue efforts.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,000 DW 03/29/2025

The death toll in Myanmar from the recent earthquake has exceeded 1,000, with multiple countries offering assistance.
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
1 day ago

Myanmar earthquake survivors in dire need of aid, UN warns

Myanmar faces a humanitarian crisis following a devastating earthquake, with urgent needs for shelter, water, and health services.
World news
fromeuronews
4 weeks ago

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Scramble to free survivors as death toll passes 1,600 after Myanmar earthquake

Myanmar's earthquake has killed over 1,600 people, prompting urgent rescue efforts with international aid arriving to assist in the crisis.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Satellite images show the widespread destruction in Myanmar after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused over 1,600 deaths and widespread destruction, prompting international humanitarian assistance.
more#myanmar
#international-relations
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Qatar, Egypt leaders renew support for Gaza ceasefire, reconstruction plan

Egypt and Qatar plan an international conference to coordinate humanitarian efforts in Gaza amidst ongoing violence and calls for reconstruction.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

ICJ opens hearings on Israeli obligations on Gaza aid

The ICJ hearings assess Israel's responsibility for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and allegations of aid being weaponized.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sudan: EU and UK pledge millions in aid at London conference DW 04/15/2025

The EU and UK pledged significant aid to combat the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, emphasizing the need for peace efforts.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Forgotten? The fate of German citizens abducted abroad DW 04/05/2025

The case of Sonja N. highlights the ongoing risks for Germans abroad and the complexities of international kidnapping situations.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Qatar, Egypt leaders renew support for Gaza ceasefire, reconstruction plan

Egypt and Qatar plan an international conference to coordinate humanitarian efforts in Gaza amidst ongoing violence and calls for reconstruction.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

ICJ opens hearings on Israeli obligations on Gaza aid

The ICJ hearings assess Israel's responsibility for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and allegations of aid being weaponized.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sudan: EU and UK pledge millions in aid at London conference DW 04/15/2025

The EU and UK pledged significant aid to combat the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, emphasizing the need for peace efforts.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Forgotten? The fate of German citizens abducted abroad DW 04/05/2025

The case of Sonja N. highlights the ongoing risks for Germans abroad and the complexities of international kidnapping situations.
more#international-relations
#usaid
US news
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Children Starving to Death After Elon Musk Cut Their Food

Elon Musk's budget cuts to USAID have severely exacerbated humanitarian crises, particularly in Sudan, worsening malnutrition and causing deaths among vulnerable populations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

What kind of support is the U.S. offering in the wake of the Myanmar quake?

Concerns are mounting over the U.S. response effectiveness to the Myanmar earthquake following budget cuts and staff terminations.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

USAID and the pacification industry in Palestine

USAID's assistance in Palestine has been critiqued as normalizing Israeli colonization rather than genuinely supporting Palestinian wellbeing.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Dozens of USAID contracts were canceled last weekend. Here's what happened

The Trump administration canceled 42 humanitarian aid programs, impacting vital services and totaling contracts worth at least $1.3 billion.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

U.S. Slashes Many of the Aid Programs It Had Promised to Keep

The Trump administration has drastically cut humanitarian aid programs, impacting vulnerable populations globally.
US news
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Children Starving to Death After Elon Musk Cut Their Food

Elon Musk's budget cuts to USAID have severely exacerbated humanitarian crises, particularly in Sudan, worsening malnutrition and causing deaths among vulnerable populations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

What kind of support is the U.S. offering in the wake of the Myanmar quake?

Concerns are mounting over the U.S. response effectiveness to the Myanmar earthquake following budget cuts and staff terminations.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

USAID and the pacification industry in Palestine

USAID's assistance in Palestine has been critiqued as normalizing Israeli colonization rather than genuinely supporting Palestinian wellbeing.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Dozens of USAID contracts were canceled last weekend. Here's what happened

The Trump administration canceled 42 humanitarian aid programs, impacting vital services and totaling contracts worth at least $1.3 billion.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

U.S. Slashes Many of the Aid Programs It Had Promised to Keep

The Trump administration has drastically cut humanitarian aid programs, impacting vulnerable populations globally.
more#usaid
#civil-war
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Sudan's civil war displaces 13 million people, UN says DW 04/14/2025

The civil war in Sudan has created the world's most damaging displacement crisis, displacing millions and causing immense suffering.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago
US news

A New Mission for Syria's Famed White Helmets

The White Helmets are adapting their mission after the end of regime attacks in Syria.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

Sudan talks in London to find way to end brutal conflict DW 04/15/2025

Global diplomats meet in London to discuss ending the civil war in Sudan despite the absence of Sudanese representation.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Sudan's civil war displaces 13 million people, UN says DW 04/14/2025

The civil war in Sudan has created the world's most damaging displacement crisis, displacing millions and causing immense suffering.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago
US news

A New Mission for Syria's Famed White Helmets

The White Helmets are adapting their mission after the end of regime attacks in Syria.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

Sudan talks in London to find way to end brutal conflict DW 04/15/2025

Global diplomats meet in London to discuss ending the civil war in Sudan despite the absence of Sudanese representation.
more#civil-war
#gaza
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Many will die': UN aid chief warns of fallout as humanitarian relief cut

Recent cuts to humanitarian aid threaten millions globally, risking lives and worsening crises in places like Gaza, Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UNRWA chief warns of deepening hunger' in Gaza as Israel blocks all food

Humanitarian aid to Gaza is being misused as a weapon amidst the ongoing blockade, escalating the region's crisis.
SF food
fromTruthout
4 days ago

UN Food Agency Runs Out of Stock in Gaza as Famine Looms

Gaza is facing famine, endangering millions as food supplies deplete amidst an ongoing humanitarian aid blockade.
AC Milan
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Italy airlifts 9 children from Gaza for life-saving treatment

Italy airlifts critically ill Palestinian children from Gaza for life-saving medical treatment in a humanitarian mission.
Berlin food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Keeping people alive': Gaza's last working bakery forced by Israel to keep on moving

Gaza's last working bakery moves to serve bread amid Israeli blockade, operating at reduced capacity and struggling to meet urgent humanitarian needs.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Many will die': UN aid chief warns of fallout as humanitarian relief cut

Recent cuts to humanitarian aid threaten millions globally, risking lives and worsening crises in places like Gaza, Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UNRWA chief warns of deepening hunger' in Gaza as Israel blocks all food

Humanitarian aid to Gaza is being misused as a weapon amidst the ongoing blockade, escalating the region's crisis.
SF food
fromTruthout
4 days ago

UN Food Agency Runs Out of Stock in Gaza as Famine Looms

Gaza is facing famine, endangering millions as food supplies deplete amidst an ongoing humanitarian aid blockade.
AC Milan
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Italy airlifts 9 children from Gaza for life-saving treatment

Italy airlifts critically ill Palestinian children from Gaza for life-saving medical treatment in a humanitarian mission.
Berlin food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Keeping people alive': Gaza's last working bakery forced by Israel to keep on moving

Gaza's last working bakery moves to serve bread amid Israeli blockade, operating at reduced capacity and struggling to meet urgent humanitarian needs.
more#gaza
#refugee-crisis
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Who wept for these people?' Francis's papacy was defined by compassion for refugees

Pope Francis brought 12 Syrian refugees to Rome in a significant act of support for those affected by the refugee crisis.
Mental health
from48 hills
1 week ago

'A Greek Tragedy' reveals the painful story of the human crisis of migration - 48 hills

Jeanne Carstensen's book explores the devastating impact of a 2015 refugee shipwreck in the Aegean Sea, emphasizing personal stories and broader societal reflections.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

UN agency calls for urgent aid as conflict drives refugees from DR Congo

The ongoing violence in DRC has resulted in a significant refugee crisis, with thousands fleeing to Burundi and urgent funding needed for support.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Who wept for these people?' Francis's papacy was defined by compassion for refugees

Pope Francis brought 12 Syrian refugees to Rome in a significant act of support for those affected by the refugee crisis.
Mental health
from48 hills
1 week ago

'A Greek Tragedy' reveals the painful story of the human crisis of migration - 48 hills

Jeanne Carstensen's book explores the devastating impact of a 2015 refugee shipwreck in the Aegean Sea, emphasizing personal stories and broader societal reflections.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

UN agency calls for urgent aid as conflict drives refugees from DR Congo

The ongoing violence in DRC has resulted in a significant refugee crisis, with thousands fleeing to Burundi and urgent funding needed for support.
more#refugee-crisis
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

Obama's 'profound hypocrisy', ending Hamas' aid racket and other commentary

Obama criticized for hypocrisy regarding academic freedom policies during his presidency.
Hamas manipulates humanitarian aid in Gaza to maintain funding for its operations.
Israel's strategy against Hamas involves cutting off resources to cripple the organization.
#pope-francis
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

From censorship to curiosity: Pope Francis' appreciation for the power of history and books

Pope Francis emphasizes peace and humanitarian concerns amidst global conflicts during his Sunday prayers.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
NYC politics

This Easter, with the Pope Ailing, Will the Catholic Church Stand Up to Trump?

The Church of St. Francis of Assisi exemplifies Catholic outreach, providing meals to the needy as part of a broader commitment to mercy.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

From censorship to curiosity: Pope Francis' appreciation for the power of history and books

Pope Francis emphasizes peace and humanitarian concerns amidst global conflicts during his Sunday prayers.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
NYC politics

This Easter, with the Pope Ailing, Will the Catholic Church Stand Up to Trump?

The Church of St. Francis of Assisi exemplifies Catholic outreach, providing meals to the needy as part of a broader commitment to mercy.
more#pope-francis
#activism
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe news

Poland: 'Hajnowka 5' on trial for aiding desperate refugees DW 04/17/2025

Five Poles face trial for aiding refugees, igniting public support and debate on humanitarian aid versus legal repercussions in Poland.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Social justice

Two years into Sudan's war, where is its civil society?

Civil society activists in Sudan face violence and arrests while trying to provide humanitarian aid amidst ongoing conflict.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe news

Poland: 'Hajnowka 5' on trial for aiding desperate refugees DW 04/17/2025

Five Poles face trial for aiding refugees, igniting public support and debate on humanitarian aid versus legal repercussions in Poland.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Social justice

Two years into Sudan's war, where is its civil society?

Civil society activists in Sudan face violence and arrests while trying to provide humanitarian aid amidst ongoing conflict.
more#activism
#migration
Washington DC
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Venezuelans trapped in Mexico, between Trump and Maduro: We had the American dream. It didn't happen'

Luisa and her family faced kidnapping and enslavement in Mexico after fleeing Venezuela, highlighting the dangers for migrants seeking asylum.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany politics

Germany: Jet carrying at-risk Afghans stirs debate DW 04/17/2025

Germany is continuing humanitarian admissions for Afghan refugees despite political debate.
The CDU criticized the timing of admission flights amid government transition.
Authorities emphasize prior admissions promises and humanitarian obligations towards Afghan evacuees.
Washington DC
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Venezuelans trapped in Mexico, between Trump and Maduro: We had the American dream. It didn't happen'

Luisa and her family faced kidnapping and enslavement in Mexico after fleeing Venezuela, highlighting the dangers for migrants seeking asylum.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany politics

Germany: Jet carrying at-risk Afghans stirs debate DW 04/17/2025

Germany is continuing humanitarian admissions for Afghan refugees despite political debate.
The CDU criticized the timing of admission flights amid government transition.
Authorities emphasize prior admissions promises and humanitarian obligations towards Afghan evacuees.
more#migration
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Taxi drivers, a tackle and a cowboy: photos of the day Tuesday

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as border closures hinder aid and deepen malnutrition among children.
Former Baader-Meinhof member Daniela Klette faces court over past crimes, indicating a complex history.
Families begin recovery from the Eaton fire devastation in California with debris removal efforts.
Protests by taxi drivers reflect worker dissatisfaction with new regulatory changes.
#human-rights
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
World news

Migrant deaths hit record number in 2024, UN agency says

Tragic increase in migrant deaths highlights urgent need for comprehensive international response.
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago
Non-profit organizations

Global Nonprofits Form Bitcoin Humanitarian Alliance To Advance Civil Liberties And Aid

Formation of the Bitcoin Humanitarian Alliance to use Bitcoin for civil liberties and aid.
Bitcoin is seen as a vital tool for nonprofits in crisis areas.
Non-profit organizations
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago

Global Nonprofits Form Bitcoin Humanitarian Alliance To Advance Civil Liberties And Aid

Formation of the Bitcoin Humanitarian Alliance to use Bitcoin for civil liberties and aid.
Bitcoin is seen as a vital tool for nonprofits in crisis areas.
more#human-rights
#myanmar-earthquake
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Many dead as powerful earthquake hits Myanmar, Thailand DW 03/28/2025

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, killing dozens, injuring hundreds, and causing significant destruction.
The earthquake's impact extended to Thailand, where a high-rise construction collapse resulted in additional casualties.
World news
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to Over 3,000 as More Bodies Are Recovered

The earthquake in Myanmar has caused widespread devastation, leaving a high death toll and urgent humanitarian needs for survivors.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Many dead as powerful earthquake hits Myanmar, Thailand DW 03/28/2025

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, killing dozens, injuring hundreds, and causing significant destruction.
The earthquake's impact extended to Thailand, where a high-rise construction collapse resulted in additional casualties.
World news
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to Over 3,000 as More Bodies Are Recovered

The earthquake in Myanmar has caused widespread devastation, leaving a high death toll and urgent humanitarian needs for survivors.
more#myanmar-earthquake
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Mission District

California-Mexico border, once overwhelmed, now nearly empty

The number of migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border has drastically decreased, leading to a reduction in humanitarian aid operations.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

Trump administration's blockchain plan for USAID is a real head-scratcher

Blockchain offers no clear advantages over existing tools for humanitarian work, despite some successful implementations.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Trying to heal the trauma of Israeli raids in the occupied West Bank

Dedicated volunteers like Omaima Faraj provide crucial support to those affected by the ongoing violence and displacement in the West Bank.
US news
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Trump administration reinstates some Cuba democracy programs, but turns off Radio Marti

U.S. State Department reinstates some funding for Cuban independent media and aid, but doubts remain about ongoing commitment to democracy promotion.
US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How USAID cuts threaten the Agent Orange cleanup and other efforts in Vietnam

Cuts to USAID have halted crucial cleanup operations and risk damaging Vietnam-U.S. relations.
The U.S. struggles to maintain support for Vietnam amidst rising Chinese aggression.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

NYT Columnist Hammers Elon Musk's Claim That No One Has Died' From Spending Cuts with Accounts of Deaths, Including Children

Nicholas Kristof refutes Elon Musk's claim that no deaths occurred due to cuts in U.S. humanitarian aid, citing specific cases in South Sudan.
Germany news
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Sweden to donate 18 Archer mobile artillery systems to Ukraine

Sweden will donate 18 Archer artillery systems to Ukraine, responding to urgent military needs amid Russia's invasion.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

U.N. humanitarian affairs chief issues warning about U.S. funding cuts

Cuts to foreign aid, especially by the U.S., threaten millions in need, stressing innovation in fundraising and aid delivery.
The U.S. has significantly reduced humanitarian assistance, resulting in dire need for alternative support strategies.
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