Humanitarian aid

15:53

Ukraine - Sweden

Sweden to give over $138 million to support Ukraine’s reconstruction and development

Sweden will give over $137 million to Ukraine for reconstruction, development, and humanitarian aid. The package, its largest civilian support to date, will fund infrastructure repair, mine clearance, and health worker training, with officials stressing both solidarity and Sweden’s security interest

15:23

Sudan

UN appeals for $6 Billion to address Sudan’s humanitarian crisis

The UN and partners are seeking $6 billion to aid 26 million people amid Sudan’s deepening crisis. With famine worsening and 12 million displaced, urgent support is needed to deliver food, shelter, and medical aid.

12:04

World News

Aid trucks stuck at Rafah border

Dozens of aid trucks are waiting to enter Gaza but drivers say they've been stranded in Egypt’s city of Arish, just outside the Rafah border. It follows the latest Hamas and Israel standoff during the agreed ceasefire.

18:32

AZERBAIJAN-UKRAINE

Azerbaijan donates power producing equipment to Ukraine

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has signed a decree today instructing a delivery of power producing equipment to Ukraine, “in response to the current situation” in the country.

21:38

Gaza

UN official: more Gaza funding needed

An official at the United Nations warned that insufficient funds threaten the ability to continue aid flows to Gaza.

08:57

World News

Aid trucks move into Gaza as ceasefire takes effect

Aid trucks entered Gaza through Egypt's Rafah crossing on Sunday, following a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The World Food Programme began deliveries, marking a crucial step in alleviating the humanitarian crisis.

15:19

World News

EU announces 148 million euros in aid for Ukraine and Moldova

The European Union has pledged 148 million euros in new humanitarian aid for Ukraine and Moldova to address urgent needs like food, shelter, and heating. The announcement came as Commissioner Hadja Lahbib visited Ukraine to assess the ongoing crisis.

15:00

World News

ICRC President in Syria: This is a huge task ahead of us

The International Committee of the Red Cross, President Miriana Egger, calls for international humanitarian law to be respected in Syria. She made this statement at the end of her three-day visit to the country, during which she toured the cities of Aleppo and Idlib.

13:05

World News

EU considers easing sanctions to support Syria's recovery

The European Union is considering lifting certain sanctions in Syria to improve humanitarian aid delivery and support recovery efforts, following the U.S.'s recent sanctions exemptions to ease assistance after Bashar al-Assad's rule.

16:47

Azerbaijan - Syria

Azerbaijan sends first humanitarian aid convoy to Syria

Azerbaijan has dispatched its first humanitarian aid convoy to Syria, carrying approximately 200 tons of essential supplies. The convoy is set to travel through Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey before reaching the city of Idlib, where the aid will be distributed to those in need.

14:41

World News

Blinken Advocates for a Strong UN Role in Syria’s Transition

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the United Nations' crucial role in supporting Syria’s transition, advocating for an inclusive political process and humanitarian aid during a meeting with UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen in Aqaba, Jordan.

14:05

World News

Israeli military said it plans to reopen a crossing into Gaza for more aid

The Israeli military said it plans to reopen the Kissufim crossing into central Gaza so that the flow of aid into the Strip can be increased.