The United Nations Human Rights Office has sharply criticized the violence during the distribution of humanitarian aid in the Gaza Strip: "The Israeli military must stop shooting at people trying to get food," the OHCHR said.
By Markus Bickel
The global cutbacks in humanitarian aid are having an immense impact. NGOs are particularly affected, which is why the German Development Institute is calling for a stronger role for private and church foundations.
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"Decentralized supply is key to achieving decentralized stabilization in Syria," says Mesut be Malke from the European Syriac Union (ESU), advocating that humanitarian aid for Syria should not be distributed exclusively through the government in Damascus.
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The worst earthquake in China in almost a decade is a tragedy for those affected. However, it is clear that the authorities have learned a lot since the big 2008 Wenchuan quake that killed over 70,000 people.
By Jörn Petring
The flood disaster in Libya is yet another example that clearly shows that the effects of climate change are exacerbated where government structures are weak or non-existent. This is where humanitarian aid is particularly difficult. It is up to politicians to tackle this – including through ambitious climate efforts.
By Redaktion Table
Floods, malaria, displacement: The climate crisis threatens the health of people in many parts of the world. Limiting global warming to below 1.5 degrees is critical, according to Carol Devine and Elisa de Siqueira. From COP27, they expect action on continued greenhouse gas reductions and more resources for health protection.
By Redaktion Table
