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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, causing over 2,000 deaths and widespread destruction, especially in Kunar Province. Rescue efforts are hampered by rugged terrain and limited infrastructure, with remote villages hardest hit. Aid agencies warn of worsening conditions amid ongoing crises.
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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, causing over 2,200 deaths and damaging thousands of homes. Difficult terrain and ongoing aftershocks hinder relief efforts, which are urgent before winter. Aid organizations warn that aid cuts and Afghanistan's political situation complicate response efforts.
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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, killing at least 2,200 people and destroying over 7,000 homes. Thousands are displaced, living in camps amid ongoing aftershocks. Relief efforts face logistical challenges, with winter approaching and aid limited due to geopolitical restrictions. The Taliban government is coordinating response efforts amid economic hardship.
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Recent weeks have seen multiple migrant boat capsizings and fires off Libya's coast, resulting in at least 150 deaths and dozens missing. Incidents involve Sudanese and South Sudanese nationals attempting dangerous sea crossings en route to Europe, highlighting ongoing risks faced by migrants in Libya's unstable environment.
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Recent days have seen a spike in migrant crossings and deaths along France’s Pas-de-Calais coast. Over 60 migrants were rescued overnight, with 17 deaths reported this year. France and the UK are intensifying efforts, including deportations under a new 'one-in, one-out' agreement, amid ongoing dangers and political pressure.
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In South Sudan, violence linked to climate and conflict has led to deadly reprisals against rainmakers and mass displacement. Meanwhile, Sudan's ongoing civil war causes widespread atrocities, with civilians fleeing into South Sudan, where aid cuts have worsened the humanitarian crisis. The situation remains volatile.
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Gaza faces severe food shortages amid limited aid access, with only half of the targeted supplies entering since a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Somalia, Sudan, and Haiti are experiencing escalating humanitarian crises driven by aid cuts, conflict, and climate shocks, threatening millions with famine and displacement.
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Tunisia has resumed voluntary repatriations of migrants, with about 7,200 returned in 2024, amid ongoing regional migration tragedies. Recent shipwrecks off Libya and Tunisia have resulted in over 58 deaths, highlighting the dangers of Mediterranean crossings. EU-Tunisia cooperation aims to curb migration, while Libya's chaos fuels deadly crossings.
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As of mid-November 2025, Sudan faces a severe humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Famine has been confirmed in the cities of el-Fasher and Kadugli, with over 21 million people experiencing acute food insecurity and nearly 375,000 in famine conditions. Fighting in Darfur and Kordofan has displaced tens of thousands, with reports of mass civilian deaths and blocked humanitarian aid.
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A boat carrying approximately 300 Rohingya refugees from Myanmar sank near Langkawi, Malaysia, with at least seven dead, 10 survivors, and hundreds missing. The vessel likely capsized in Thai waters after departing from Rakhine state, amid ongoing migrant trafficking and perilous sea journeys. Search-and-rescue efforts continue today.
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Fighting in Sudan's Darfur region has intensified, with RSF capturing el-Fasher and reports of mass killings, widespread violence, and a collapsing humanitarian effort. Over 16,200 people have fled to camps, with malnutrition and violence reaching alarming levels. Aid access remains critically limited as conflict persists.
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A boat carrying Rohingya refugees sank near Thailand’s Ko Tarutao island, resulting in at least 20 deaths and 14 survivors. The vessel, believed to have been part of a larger group split from a larger boat, was en route from Myanmar. Rescue efforts continue as authorities warn of ongoing risks for migrants at sea.
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The RSF captured El-Fasher in Darfur last month, with evidence suggesting they collected and burned hundreds of bodies to conceal crimes. Humanitarian groups report mass killings, ethnic violence, and a humanitarian crisis, urging international investigation amid ongoing conflict since April 2023.
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Fighting in Sudan since April 2023 has displaced nearly 12 million people, with recent territorial gains by RSF forces and ongoing violence hindering aid efforts. UN officials report severe shortages of supplies, increased civilian suffering, and limited access for humanitarian workers amid escalating conflict.
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On November 3, 2025, a rubber boat carrying 49 migrants from Libya capsized six hours after departure due to engine failure amid high waves. After drifting for six days, seven survivors were rescued near Libya’s Al Buri oil field; 42 remain missing and presumed dead. This tragedy adds to over 1,000 migrant deaths in the central Mediterranean this year, highlighting urgent needs for safer migration routes and improved rescue efforts.
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Two boats capsized off Libya's coast near al-Khums, resulting in at least four deaths from Bangladesh and dozens of migrants missing or presumed dead. Rescue efforts continue amid rising migrant deaths in the Mediterranean, with Libya remaining a key transit route for those fleeing conflict and poverty.
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Fighting in Sudan has led to the fall of al-Fashir, causing a humanitarian crisis with nearly 100,000 fleeing. Civilians face violence, starvation, and displacement, with aid efforts hampered by funding shortages and insecurity. The conflict has shifted to Kordofan, raising fears of further displacement.
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Fighting between Sudanese armed groups has intensified in Kordofan, following the fall of El Fasher in Darfur. Civilians face violence, displacement, and famine amid UN warnings and calls for ceasefire. Over 45,000 have fled, with hundreds killed in recent strikes. The crisis deepens as humanitarian access remains blocked.