UNHCR Launches “The Promise” Campaign as Refugee Convention Marks 75 Years
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW): The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has launched “The Promise,” a global campaign bringing together 75 prominent voices to reaffirm international support for refugees and the fundamental right of people to seek safety. The initiative was launched on 28 July 2026, marking the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention. The campaign…
UNICEF Warns Millions of Afghan Children Face Heightened Malnutrition Risk
Kabul, Afghanistan (HRNW) – UNICEF has warned that 3.7 million children under five in Afghanistan face an increased risk of undernutrition as the peak wasting season approaches. The agency is urging stronger protection of children’s diets, prioritization of children under two, and expanded access to essential nutrition and health services to prevent life-threatening malnutrition. Support…
WFP Expands Food Assistance for Refugees and Conflict-Affected People in Iran
Tehran, Iran (HRNW) – The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a €3.08 million contribution from the European Union to sustain life-saving assistance for vulnerable refugees and conflict-affected people in Iran over the next 12 months. WFP says the funding will support food security assistance for vulnerable refugees, including cash-based transfers, school feeding and…
WFP Activates Early Assistance Ahead of Bangladesh Flood Peak
Dhaka, Bangladesh (HRNW) – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has activated anticipatory action and shock-responsive social protection for communities facing severe flooding in Bangladesh. WFP says 75,000 people in Bandarban district have received cash assistance ahead of worsening flood risks, allowing vulnerable families to prepare before the peak of the emergency. The initiative…
International Rescue Committee Calls for Urgent Global Support as Humanitarian Needs Continue to Rise
New York, United States (HRNW): The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has renewed its appeal for increased international humanitarian assistance, warning that growing conflicts and displacement are placing unprecedented pressure on vulnerable populations. In its latest humanitarian updates, the IRC identified Sudan, Ukraine, Gaza, and other conflict-affected regions among the world’s most urgent humanitarian priorities. The…
CIVICUS Monitor Highlights Growing Concerns Over Civic Space and Protection of Human Rights Defenders
Johannesburg, South Africa (HRNW): CIVICUS Monitor has released a series of new assessments highlighting recent developments affecting civic freedoms in several countries, urging governments to strengthen protection for civil society organizations, journalists, and human rights defenders. The latest updates identify concerns relating to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association in countries including the Philippines,…
International Committee of the Red Cross Expands Emergency Operations as Humanitarian Crises Intensify
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW): The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has expanded its humanitarian operations in several conflict-affected regions, responding to worsening civilian needs in Sudan, Ukraine, Venezuela, and other areas impacted by armed conflict and natural disasters. In its latest operational updates, the ICRC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting civilians, supporting healthcare systems,…
WFP Warns Gaza Food Security Gains Remain Extremely Fragile
Gaza City, Palestine (HRNW) – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) says recent improvements in food security and child nutrition in Gaza remain fragile despite increased humanitarian assistance and commercial traffic. According to the latest analysis, humanitarian support has helped improve conditions, but limited access remains a major obstacle, with Kerem Shalom/Abu Salem currently…
UN Security Council Reviews Escalating Ukraine Crisis After Major Russian Strikes
New York, United States (HRNW) – The UN Security Council met at Ukraine’s request following recent large-scale Russian attacks on Kyiv and other locations. The United Nations reported civilian casualties and damage to homes and civilian infrastructure, while members of the Council discussed the continuing security and humanitarian consequences of the war. The UN continues…
WHO Highlights Hepatitis Elimination on World Hepatitis Day
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW) – The World Health Organization (WHO) is marking World Hepatitis Day 2026 with a renewed call to remove barriers preventing people from accessing hepatitis prevention, testing and treatment. WHO is holding a high-level commemoration today under the theme of accelerating hepatitis elimination, as countries seek to meet the 2030 targets for reducing…