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'Where will we go?' Afghan mothers in Chagai live in terror as Pakistan pl
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Afghan refugee mothers in Pakistan's Chagai district fear forced deportation after their protective PoR cards expired. They face losing safety, education, and dignity in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, while aid cuts and police raids worsen conditions. Human rights groups condemn Pakistan's actio
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UN chief Guterres "gravely alarmed" by Israeli decision to "take control o
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Israel's decision to "take control of Gaza City," calling it a "dangerous escalation" worsening the humanitarian crisis. He urged a permanent ceasefire, humanitarian access, release of hostages, and Israel to end settlements and occupation for
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UN Women warns of urgent aid for Afghan women, girls returning from Iran a
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
UN Women has warned that Afghan women and girls returning from Iran and Pakistan face urgent humanitarian needs, including shelter, healthcare, and education. Khaama Press reported that aid cuts are worsening poverty, violence, and restrictions, with officials calling for greater internation
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French firefighters battle largest wildfire since 1949
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Firefighters in southern France are battling the country's largest wildfire since 1949, which has burned over 16,000 hectares, killed one person, and left three missing. The blaze remains out of control as officials warn of more heatwaves and worsening climate conditions.
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Human Rights Watch urges UN action as global inaction fuels Taliban rights
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Human Rights Watch said the world has failed to act against Taliban abuses since 2021, urging the UN to set up an independent body to investigate violations. It warned that global inaction is worsening Afghanistan's crisis and risks legitimizing Taliban rule.
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Afghanistan's hunger crisis worsens, WFP warns of dire situation
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The hunger crisis in Afghanistan is spiralling out of control, with the World Food Programme (WFP) warning that the situation is deteriorating by the day.
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UN alerts worsening drought endangering Afghanistan's food security
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
OCHA stated that reduced rainfall and dry soil conditions have significantly impacted rain-fed wheat production and placed livestock at serious risk due to fodder shortages.
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Afghanistan faces soaring hunger crisis as WFP seeks urgent aid
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Hunger is worsening in Afghanistan, with WFP warning it needs $539 million to help millions facing food insecurity. Women and children are most affected, with 3.5 million kids malnourished. Ten million people now rely on aid, making urgent international support critical, Khaama Press reporte
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UN-Habitat warns of crisis in Kabul's informal settlements
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Kabul now hosts over 40% of Afghanistan's urban population, most living in unsafe informal settlements lacking basic services. UN-Habitat warns these areas face rising climate risks and urgent investment is needed to prevent worsening humanitarian and environmental crises, according to Khaam
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West Bengal: Flood situation worsens in Medinipur district
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The areas already affected by flooding are witnessing fresh inundation, intensifying the suffering of local residents.
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Plastics worsen Pakistan flood crisis, triggers health and climate fears:
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Over 280 people have died in Pakistan due to monsoon flooding, worsened by plastic waste choking drains. WWF-Pakistan warned of health risks, ecosystem damage, and rising microplastics, urging a ban on single-use plastics and stronger waste management.
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Pakistan: Imran Khan tells CM Ali Amin to block military operation in KP,
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Imran Khan urged KP CM Gandapur to block new military operations in tribal areas, warning they worsen army-public ties. In response, Gandapur launched jirgas with tribal elders to restore peace. The jirgas rejected displacement and called for talks with Afghanistan, Dawn reported.
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