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UAE signs cooperation agreement with Norwegian Refugee Council to provide
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The UAE International Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide assistance to refugees in East Africa, with the aim of expanding the scope of humanitarian aid delivered to populations in countries affected by conflicts, and supporting host co
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UAE signs cooperation agreement with Norwegian Refugee Council to provide
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The UAE International Aid Agency has signed an agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide humanitarian assistance to refugees in East Africa, committing USD 8 million to support displaced communities in Ethiopia, Uganda, and other countries in the region.
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Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis deepens as millions face acute food inse
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis is worsening due to deportations, drought and earthquakes, with 17.4 million people facing acute food insecurity, the Norwegian Refugee Council said. Residents report rising prices and fuel shortages, while authorities and aid agencies call for increased int
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UK plans "most far-reaching" asylum overhaul, may extend settlement wait t
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Britain plans major asylum reforms, making refugee status temporary and extending the wait for permanent settlement to 20 years. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the system is "out of control," while rights groups warn the changes will increase uncertainty and hardship for people fleeing
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International NGOs express concern over deportation of Afghans by Pakistan
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
In response, these organisations are urging the international community to enhance support for the families returning to Afghanistan.
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Afghan refugees in Pakistan complain about mistreatment by police: Report
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
Amid the ongoing tensions between Kabul and Islamabad, Afghan refugees in Pakistan complained about mistreatment by the country's police.
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Unending woes of Afghan women
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
The people of Afghanistan have faced endless difficulties since the Taliban's takeover on August 15, 2021. The imposition of repressive policies by the hard-line Islamic regime has led to food insufficiency, repeated violations against women, and rising insecurity.
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Ban on Afghan women from working by Taliban paralyzes NGO work in Afghanis
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
After the Taliban issued a decree banning Afghan women from working in NGOs, several international humanitarian organizations have claimed that their regular operations are disabled in the country due to harsh impositions on women, Khaama Press reported.
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Norwegian Refugee Council head urges the West to engage with Afghanistan
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
Egeland, during an interview with TOLO News, talked about the Taliban's recent decision banning women from going to schools, universities and work.
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'Homelessness' threatens thousands of Afghans amid cruel Taliban regime
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
Kabul [Afghanistan], July 2 (ANI): Due to the displacement of Afghans back to the country by the Taliban, up to 500,000 families in Afghanistan are on the verge of homelessness, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) stated.
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Afghanistan: Homeless crisis puts hundreds of thousands of families at ris
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
Kabul [Afghanistan], July 1 (ANI): In Afghanistan, nearly 500,000 families may soon become homeless as a result of the increasing pressure from the government to send internally displaced people to their origin.
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UK provides 2.5 million euros lifesaving support to Afghans after devastat
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
London [UK], June 26 (ANI): UK is providing 2.5 million euros aid for immediate life-saving support to people in Afghanistan affected by the devastating earthquake this week, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announced.
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