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Surge of returning refugees deepens shelter crisis in Afghanistan
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Afghan officials stated that land is being distributed to returning refugees, with over 3,000 plots already allotted and aid accelerated. The Urban Development Ministry said over 2,800 families received land in several provinces. Returnees from Pakistan reported severe shelter shortages and
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UAE signs agreement with UNHCR to support humanitarian response for those
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The UAE Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support the delivery of urgent humanitarian and relief aid to the Sudanese people impacted by the repercussions of the ongoing conflict in the country.
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WFP sends emergency aid to quake-hit Afghanistan
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The World Food Programme (WFP) has sent emergency aid to Afghanistan's quake-stricken Kunar and Nangarhar provinces, where more than 1400 people have been killed and over 3000 people injured. Initial aid shipments include food supplies and High Energy Biscuits, with additional flights sch
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Cloudburst in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan kills 5 tourists, rescue ops und
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Flash floods triggered by a cloudburst at Babusar Top in Gilgit-Baltistan killed five tourists and swept away over 15 vehicles. Rescue teams saved over 200 people, while search operations continue for the missing. Roads and infrastructure were severely damaged, and emergency aid is being
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Minister Sa'ar orders emergency aid to Druze in Sweida
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Amid recent attacks and a worsening humanitarian situation in southern Syria, Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar has ordered the urgent transfer of humanitarian aid to the Druze community in the Sweida region.
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UN warns of humanitarian crisis as Afghan migrants return from Iran, Pakis
Updated : 8 months ago IST
The UNHCR warns that up to 3 million Afghans could return from Iran and Pakistan by year-end, worsening the crisis in Afghanistan. Many arrive without resources, overwhelming local communities. The UN is providing emergency aid and urging global support to prevent deeper poverty and instabil
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Afghanistan floods kill 4, displace hundreds in Maidan Wardak, Logar distr
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Floods in Afghanistan's Maidan Wardak and Logar provinces have killed four people, injured four others, and displaced hundreds of families. Over 16,000 jeribs of farmland and 270 houses were destroyed, officials told TOLO News. Emergency aid and food are being distributed to affected residen
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Emergency aid shipment launched for Gaza as part of UAE's 'Operation Chiva
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
As part of this humanitarian operation, the Emirates Red Crescent, the Zayed Charitable & Humanitarian Foundation, and the Sharjah Charity International have contributed to providing the necessary support for children and affected families in the Strip. The aid includes milk and nutritio
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Second IAF aircraft carrying emergency aid for Gaza departs for Egypt's El
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
A second Indian Air Force (IAF) C17 aircraft, carrying 32 tonnes of aid for civilians in Gaza caught up in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, on Sunday departed for the El-Arish Airport in Egypt.
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India sends emergency relief to earthquake-hit Nepal, reaffirms PM Modi's
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
India on Sunday sent an emergency aid package, comprising medical equipment, relief materials and more, for people affected by the magnitude 6.4 earthquake in Nepal.
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Afghanistan: World Food Programme announces fund shortage as 28mn people r
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to OCHA findings, nearly six million people are facing acute poverty, whereas, WFP has announced that in October 2023, nearly 2.8 million people are plagued with emergency food insecurity.
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Death toll from deadly Turkey-Syria earthquakes crosses 16000, likely to r
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The death toll from the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria earlier this week is now at least 16,035, CNN reported citing the authorities.
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