Presenting his final report to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, the outgoing Special Rapporteur who examines conditions in Myanmar, Tom Andrews, urged governments […]
Tag: Conflict
UN chief launches major humanitarian appeal from war-torn Lebanon
“I am here on a visit of solidarity with the people of Lebanon,” he said. “Solidarity in words must be matched by solidarity in action. […]
‘Perfect storm’: Lebanon crisis deepens as civilians bear the brunt
The current escalation began on 2 March, when outgoing fire by Hezbollah drew a strong retaliation from Israel. Since then, the intensity of exchanges has […]
Aid operations strained across Middle East: WFP seeks $200 million to sustain food assistance
The UN agency is working to sustain food assistance operations across roughly 10 countries in the region, in addition to Afghanistan, Samer Abdeljaber, WFP regional […]
Australian Minister for Energy lowers fuel standards for 60 days amid rising oil prices, panic buying
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MIDDLE EAST LIVE 12 March: Shipping attacks, rising oil prices and widening humanitarian crisis
As the conflict in the Middle East continues to ripple across the region, the UN Security Council met today to discuss the escalating situation, with […]
UN relief chief condemns ‘$1 billion-a-day’ cost of war in Middle East
“We’re seeing the consequences spread faster than we can respond”, warned the UN emergency relief chief, Tom Fletcher, as violence reverberates across borders causing mass displacement […]
Security Council adopts Gulf-backed resolution condemning Iran attacks; Russia bid fails
The draft resolution, tabled by Bahrain on behalf of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members and Jordan, was adopted with 13 votes in favour and two […]
‘Toxic rain’ warning from oil depot strikes amid ongoing Middle East war
Speaking to reporters in Geneva, UN Human Rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani raised concerns about the health and environmental impacts of Israeli and U.S. strikes attacks on […]
MIDDLE EAST LIVE 10 March: Displacement, supply shocks and civilian toll rise
The conflict in the Middle East continues, with strikes and counter-strikes across the region and the humanitarian toll mounting. UN agencies warn that rising civilian […]
