Humanitarian Crisis
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morningstaronline.co.ukSudan War Leaves More Than 8,000 People Missing
The International Committee of the Red Cross reports more than 8,000 people have gone missing during Sudan's three-year war. Families continue searching for relatives while forensic teams exhume bodies from unmarked graves.
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france24.comDrone Strike Kills 28 at Market in Sudanese Town
A drone attack struck a crowded market in Ghubaysh, West Kordofan, killing 28 people and injuring 23 others on Tuesday. The strike occurred in territory controlled by the Rapid Support Forces amid Sudan's ongoing civil war.
Le MondeNew Multinational Anti-Gang Force Commander Arrives in Haiti as Clashes in Port-au-Prince Kill at Least 78 Since May 9
Clashes between gangs in Cité Soleil and Croix-des-Bouquets have killed at least 78 people, including 10 bystanders, and displaced 5,300 others since May 9, according to the United Nations. A hospital and Doctors Without Borders facility suspended operations after treating 40 gun…
The IndependentOver 40% of Sudan Population Faces Acute Food Insecurity Through May
A global hunger monitoring group reported that more than 40% of Sudan's population is experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity through May. The group said conditions are expected to worsen during the June-September lean season, with 825,000 children under 5 projected to…
morningstaronline.co.ukGaza Ceasefire Holds Unevenly
Nickolay Mladenov, senior representative of the Board of Peace, warned that the status quo in Gaza threatens the lives of its 2.1 million residents and urged faster progress on a stalled peace plan. He described near-daily Israeli strikes and more than 800 Palestinian deaths sinc…
nypost.com**ICRC Reports Highest Civilian Impact from Colombia Armed Conflict in a Decade**
The International Committee of the Red Cross reported Tuesday that 2025 brought a doubling of displacements to 235,000 people and a 99 percent rise in rebel-imposed lockdowns. An April 2026 bus bombing that killed at least a dozen has underscored the deterioration since the 2016…
citizen.co.zaUN Reports At Least 880 Civilian Deaths From Drone Strikes in Sudan, January–April 2026
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk told the Human Rights Council that armed drones caused more than 80 percent of civilian deaths in the conflict during the period. Fresh attacks continued this week, including strikes in El Geneina and artillery shelling that kille…
nypost.comSudan War Enters Fourth Year With 150,000 Estimated Dead and Widespread Famine
A recent visit to Khartoum revealed extensive destruction across the Sudanese capital, which once held 7 million people but now stands largely empty with most buildings damaged by shelling and gunfire. More than 58,000 deaths have been recorded, with estimates reaching 150,000, w…
Al JazeeraKhartoum Lies in Ruins Three Years into Sudan Civil War
An Islamic Relief worker who has collaborated with the group for 30 years described near-total destruction in Sudan's capital during a recent visit. More than 58,000 deaths have been recorded in the war, with estimates reaching 150,000, while 29 million people face hunger. Commun…
france24.comGang Clashes in Port-au-Prince Displace Hundreds, Forcing MSF to Suspend Cité Soleil Hospital Operations
A new wave of gang violence in Haiti’s capital has displaced hundreds and forced Medecins Sans Frontieres to suspend work at its Cite Soleil hospital after a security guard was struck by a stray bullet. About 800 residents sought refuge inside the facility before operations halte…
Al JazeeraAttacks by Armed Groups in Northeastern DR Congo Raise Questions About Truce Talks
Lesser-known armed groups carried out attacks in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The incidents follow years of conflict involving multiple factions seeking control of mineral resources. The government is engaged in talks with the Rwanda-backed M23 group.
vaticannews.vaUS Terminates USAID Program, Cuts Funding for Gaza Women's Group That Served 50,000
A Gaza-based women’s organization lost all USAID funding in early 2025 as part of broader agency changes under President Trump. The group now supports 50,000 people this year with reduced capacity while demand surges amid collapsed courts and institutions.
mondoweiss.netGaza Hospitals Report Shortages of Medical Supplies Amid Ongoing War
Gaza hospitals are facing severe shortages of medical supplies, leaving essential diagnostic tests unavailable and delaying critical treatment. Doctors warn the conditions are increasing risks and deaths among patients who wait without answers or care. Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud r…
abcnews.go.comMSF Hospital in South Sudan’s Lankien Hit by Airstrike, Forcing Closure
An airstrike hit the MSF hospital in Jonglei state on 3 February 2026, destroying supplies and leading to its permanent closure after 31 years of service. One staff member was injured and the facility was later looted and vandalised. Around 250,000 people lost access to the regio…
thehindu.comTens of Thousands of Afghans Repatriated from Neighbouring Countries
A deepening humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Afghanistan as neighbouring countries force tens of thousands of Afghans to return. The returns are adding pressure to an already strained economy and aid system inside the country. @AJEnglish reported the developments.
citizen.co.zaEight Million Sudanese Children Out of School as Civil War Reaches Three Years
Sudan's ongoing civil war has left 8 million children without education, according to UNICEF. A 13-year-old girl named Afrah, who lost her right arm in the conflict, continues her studies in a Port Sudan displacement camp. She aims to become a surgeon despite the upheaval from th…
indiatoday.intoday.inIsraeli Attacks Displace Over a Million in Lebanon and Injure Thousands
Israeli military actions in Lebanon have resulted in more than a million people displaced and thousands injured. A hospital is facing challenges in managing the influx of casualties. Al Jazeera reporter Rory Challands provided coverage on the situation.
washingtonpost.comSomalia Faces Severe Drought Impacting 5 Million, with Half a Million Displaced and Aid Coverage Below 25%
Severe drought persists across Somalia, leading to widespread hunger, malnutrition and displacement as of early April 2026. At least two million people face acute hunger, with aid delivery falling short in priority areas. Rising fuel prices linked to Middle East conflict exacerba…
pravdareport.comSenate Votes 51-47 to Dismiss Resolution Ending Cuba Sanctions
Senate Republicans voted down a Democratic war powers resolution that would have required President Donald Trump to end the U.S. energy blockade on Cuba without congressional approval. The measure failed on a 51-47 vote, with limited bipartisan crossover. The action highlights on…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewYemen Sees 107 Civilian Landmine Casualties in Early 2025, Amid De-Mining Progress and Post-Ceasefire Challenges
Landmines and explosive remnants continue to claim lives in Yemen despite a 2022 ceasefire, with 107 civilians killed or injured in the first half of 2025, most of them children. Personal stories highlight the ongoing danger, as de-mining efforts remove thousands of devices but f…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIsraeli Military Actions in Lebanon Against Hezbollah
Israeli forces have conducted airstrikes and a ground operation in Lebanon following exchanges of fire with Hezbollah. The conflict has displaced over one million people and exacerbated Lebanon's existing economic and political challenges. A new Lebanese government formed in 2025…
deccanchronicle.comFamine Confirmed in Gaza Strip and Sudan in 2025, First Dual Instance Since Reporting Began
The Global Report on Food Crises 2026 confirmed famines in areas of the Gaza Strip and Sudan last year. This marks the first time two famines have been confirmed in the same year since formal reporting started. The report was released recently, highlighting these developments.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSudan's Conflict Reaches Fourth Year: Over 14 Million Displaced, Widespread Hunger Affects Half the Population
Sudan's conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces has displaced approximately 14 million people and left 25 million facing hunger as of April 2026. A UN report documents hallmarks of genocide in El Fasher following its capture by the RSF in October 2025.…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRohingya Refugees Undertake Risky Boat Journeys from Bangladesh Camps to Southeast Asia Annually
Thousands of Rohingya Muslim refugees undertake perilous boat journeys annually from camps in southeastern Bangladesh to escape desperate conditions. They head to countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, but hundreds perish during the voyages. The numbers of those attempting the tr…
SemaforIRC CEO: War Disrupts Aid Amid 122 Million Displaced Globally
David Miliband, CEO of the International Rescue Committee, told Semafor that the war could not have come at a worse time amid existing displacement and food crises. He highlighted a 50% cut in humanitarian aid, equating to $40 billion removed from the world's poorest people. Supp…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSudan Faces Ongoing Food Shortages on Third Anniversary of War
The war in Sudan, which began three years ago, has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and widespread starvation. An aid worker from a major NGO operating in the country described the dangers involved in obtaining food. A report from the Norwegian Refugee Council highlights t…
SemaforSudan's War Enters Fourth Year Amid Worsening Humanitarian Crisis
Sudan's conflict has reached its fourth year, displacing 14 million people and sparking the world's largest humanitarian crisis. A top UN official criticized the lack of global urgency to end the war. Reports indicate deepening hunger, with millions surviving on one meal a day, c…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRising Oil Prices from Iran Conflict Worsen Food Insecurity in Haiti
The conflict in Iran has driven up oil prices, leading to increased fuel costs in Haiti and exacerbating food insecurity for millions. Nearly half of Haiti's population already faces acute food insecurity, with 200,000 people recently entering this status. Government fuel price h…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewPeter Zeihan Analyzes Complexities of Controlling Iran's Oil Production
Peter Zeihan, a geopolitical analyst, stated that taking control of Iran's oil production involves significant challenges. He described potential humanitarian crises and the need for a ground invasion. The analysis highlights risks in the context of U.S. policy discussions.