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The UN reports that famine has been declared in Gaza, with over 514,000 people affected and the number expected to rise. Israel's blockade and military actions have severely restricted aid, leading to widespread malnutrition and starvation, especially among children. The situation is described as a man-made catastrophe.
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Violet Affleck, 19, addressed the UN, criticizing the handling of airborne COVID transmission and climate risks. She highlighted the neglect of mask mandates and early warning systems, emphasizing the need for better protections for children and vulnerable populations amid ongoing health and climate crises.
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WFP reduces food aid for Ethiopian refugees amid funding shortages, risking starvation for 780,000. Meanwhile, conflict in Congo hampers health services, leaving millions without medicine. Climate impacts worsen hunger in Kenya's Turkana, highlighting a growing regional crisis.
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Since the ceasefire last week, aid into Gaza has increased to about 750 metric tons daily, but remains far below the needs of 2 million people. Israeli restrictions, border closures, and delays in aid delivery continue to hamper efforts to address the humanitarian crisis, with food and medical supplies still critically short.
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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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Since the October 10 ceasefire, aid into Gaza has increased but remains below expectations, with only about 24% of the agreed trucks entering. Restrictions and ongoing Israeli military actions continue to hinder humanitarian efforts, leaving residents in dire conditions amid ongoing conflict.
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Recent reports project over 7.5 million South Sudanese will face crisis-level hunger in 2026, driven by conflict, flooding, and access issues. The situation is compounded by ongoing violence, economic instability, and disrupted food systems, with millions at risk of malnutrition and famine. Humanitarian access remains critically limited.
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UN aid agencies warn of a worsening hunger crisis in eastern DR Congo, driven by ongoing conflict, funding shortages, and restricted access. Nearly 25 million people face high food insecurity, with 3 million in emergency hunger. Aid cuts threaten to worsen the situation further.
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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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The UN World Food Programme warns that 318 million people will face crisis-level hunger or worse in 2026, more than double 2019 figures. Funding shortfalls threaten aid efforts, with only half of the $13 billion needed likely to be received. Conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability drive the crisis, with famine declared in Gaza and Sudan.
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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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The UN WFP projects 35 million Nigerians will face severe hunger by 2026, the highest since monitoring began. Borno state will experience famine-like conditions, amid ongoing violence and aid cuts, worsening the crisis for rural communities and children.
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Severe drought across East Africa, especially in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Sudan, has led to critical water shortages, livestock losses, and food insecurity. Governments and aid agencies are calling for urgent international support to prevent humanitarian catastrophe, with recent efforts showing some progress in Sudan but worsening conditions elsewhere.