Measles cases in the European region surged to a 25-year high in 2024, more than doubling from the previous year, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF reported on Thursday, urging immediate action to restore vaccination levels that declined after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan pledges $7 million to fight hunger and malnutrition in Afghanistan, supporting humanitarian efforts to improve food security and nutrition.
Over 473 million children live in conflict zones, facing unprecedented risks to safety, health, and education. UNICEF urges action to protect their rights and end their suffering.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, has left 14 dead and hundreds injured. With over 116,000 people affected, rescue operations are ongoing, and authorities fear the death toll will continue to rise.
During the winter season, families in Gaza face extreme cold weather, relying on limited resources to stay warm, as their shelters offer little protection against the elements.
UNICEF has raised concerns over the toxic smog hospitalizing children in Lahore, Pakistan, the world’s most polluted city in terms of air quality, according to Swiss group IQAir’s live ratings. Schools and outdoor areas have been closed in the region.
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