I am gravely concerned about the recent waves of violence affecting civilians in north-east Nigeria. Through both attacks by non-state armed groups (NSAGs) and communal clashes, the violence raises...
Press releases and statements
Press releases and statements
Nigeria
News and Press ReleaseMR. Matthias Schmale Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria a.i. - Statement on Violence Affecting Civilians in North-East Nigeria
Syria
News and Press ReleaseLíderes humanitarios exhortan a renovar la autorización de ayuda transfronteriza para el noroeste de Siria
NUEVA YORK/GINEBRA/ROMA – En menos de un mes vencerá la resolución del Consejo de Seguridad que permite que las Naciones Unidas y sus socios implementadores brinden asistencia humanitaria vital en el...
World
News and Press ReleaseIreland to present draft declaration to protect civilians from explosive weapons in populated areas
(Geneva, 16 June 2022): On Friday 17 June, Ireland will present the draft Political Declaration on Strengthening the Protection of Civilians from the Humanitarian Consequences Arising from the Use of...
Syria
News and Press ReleaseLes dirigeants des agences humanitaires de l’ONU appellent à renouveler l’autorisation pour l’aide transfrontalière au nord-ouest de la Syrie
NEW YORK/GENÈVE/ROME - Dans moins d’un mois, la résolution du Conseil de sécurité qui autorise les organisations des Nations Unies et leurs partenaires opérationnels à fournir une aide humanitaire...
Syria
News and Press ReleaseUN humanitarian leaders call for the renewal of cross-border aid authorisation to north-west Syria [EN/AR]
In less than a month, the Security Council resolution that allows the UN and partners to provide humanitarian aid across the border with Türkiye will expire. Millions of people depend on it.
Mali
Situation ReportMali : Note d’informations humanitaires sur la région de Ménaka - Rapport de situation #1 - 15 juin 2022
Ce rapport est produit par OCHA Mali en collaboration avec les partenaires humanitaires. Il couvre la période du 1er au 15 juin 2022. Faits saillants Attaques de villages suivis d’incursions et...
Lebanon + 2 more
News and Press ReleaseThe Lebanon Humanitarian Fund (LHF) allocates $16 million to support people in need in Lebanon [EN/AR]
Beirut, 15 June 2022 – Based on recent assessments, 2.5 million people are currently in need of humanitarian assistance in Lebanon – vulnerable Lebanese, migrants, and Palestine refugees in Lebanon...
Syria
News and Press ReleaseUnited Nations Country Team in Syria Statement on landmine explosion in Dara’a [EN/AR]
Damascus, 14 June 2022 The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Syria expresses its profound sorrow over the tragic death of 10 civilians, including four children and five women, caused by a...
Syria
News and Press ReleaseUnited Nations Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Syria, Imran Riza statement on the closure of Damascus Airport [EN/AR]
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Syria is deeply concerned about the recent airstrikes on the airport that have led to its closure. All UN Humanitarian Air Service flights have been suspended.
Cameroon
News and Press ReleaseThe Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) releases US$1.7 million for urgent response to the cholera outbreak in Cameroon
The south-west region, which is already facing acute humanitarian needs due to violence, remains the most affected by the cholera outbreak with 5,628 cases and 90 deaths.