War

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By Simon D. Kist, 1 June, 2023

Burkina Faso: The world’s most neglected displacement crisis

For the first time, Burkina Faso tops the list of the world’s ten most neglected displacement crises, according to a new report from the humanitarian organization Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Releasing the analysis today, the nongovernmental organization (NGO) warned that redirection of aid and attention towards Ukraine has increased neglect of some of the world’s most vulnerable people.

By Simon D. Kist, 12 April, 2025

Syria crisis: 400,000 refugees, one million IDPs return home

The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said on Friday that some 400,000 Syrians have returned from neighboring countries since the fall of the Bashar al-Assad government on December 8 last year. Over the same period, more than one million internally displaced persons (IDPs) inside Syria have also returned, bringing the total number of Syrians who have gone home to over 1.4 million.

By Simon D. Kist, 27 January, 2025

DR Congo: Civilians at increased risk as M23 rebels take Goma

International rights group Human Rights Watch (HRW) has expressed concern for civilians in the town of Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), after M23 rebels reportedly took control of the city. The rebel group's capture of Goma further threatens the lives of civilians and could lead to further displacement, the rights group said.

By Simon D. Kist, 11 July, 2023

UN Security Council fails to reach consensus on Syria aid lifeline

The UN Security Council has voted Tuesday on the extension of the mandate allowing aid to flow from Turkey to 4.1 million Syrians living in opposition-held areas of the country’s northwest. Life-saving assistance is at risk after the Council failed to adopt either of two competing resolutions to extend cross-border aid delivery.

Central America Crisis

The North of Central America (NCA) – also called the Northern Triangle of Central America (NTCA) – is a sub-region comprising El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras and one of the most dangerous places on earth. Nicaragua is bordering the Northern Triangle. Gang violence, threats, extortion, persecution and sexual violence have forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee their homes in search of safety. In 2025, more than 4.6 million people in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras are in need of humanitarian aid as the three countries continue to face violence, food insecurity, extreme weather events and mixed movements of refugees and migrants.

By Simon D. Kist, 26 March, 2023

South Sudan: Food deliveries continue despite dangers

The shooting deaths of two drivers with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan last week underscored the country’s status as one of the deadliest for aid workers. But aid workers say help is needed now more than ever as the UN estimates 9.4 million people will need humanitarian assistance in 2023.

By Simon D. Kist, 26 August, 2025

Eight years after mass forced displacement, Rohingya continue to suffer

August 25 marked the eighth anniversary of the beginning of a campaign of mass atrocities by Myanmar's security forces in Rakhine State in 2017, which forced more than 700,000 Rohingya to flee to Bangladesh. Eight years later, Rohingya people — both refugees and those remaining in Myanmar — face a further deterioration of their bleak circumstances.

By Simon D. Kist, 3 May, 2023

258 million people needed urgent food assistance in 2022

The number of people experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity and requiring urgent food and livelihood assistance has increased for the fourth consecutive year in 2022, a new report said today. Over a quarter of a billion people were estimated to face acute hunger last year because of conflict, economic shocks and weather extremes related to the climate crisis, with the Ukraine war contributing to the increase.

By Simon D. Kist, 5 August, 2023

Colombia: Ceasefire with ELN comes into force

A landmark truce agreed between the Colombian government and the National Liberation Army (ELN), the largest remaining rebel group in the country, has entered into effect on Thursday. The United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia will monitor and verify the implementation of the bilateral ceasefire agreement between the Government and the ELN rebel group. On Thursday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres congratulated both sides “as they embark on a new phase in their peace process.”

USA for UNHCR

USA for UNHCR is the UN Refugee Agency’s national funding partner for the United States. The organization is one of ten UNHCR National Fundraising Partners worldwide. Established by concerned American citizens, the nonprofit organization builds support in the United States for the humanitarian work of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). USA for UNHCR’s mission includes informing Americans about the plight of people forced to flee their homes due to violence, conflict and persecution, and advocating for their protection.

By Simon D. Kist, 28 July, 2024

UNHCR urges universal accession to Refugee Convention

Sunday marks the 73rd anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, the cornerstone of refugee protection that has saved and protected the lives of millions of people around the world fleeing war, violence, persecution and human rights abuses. To mark the anniversary, the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) urged the remaining 46 UN member and observer states that have not yet done so to accede to the Convention.

Children in Need

Millions of children are threatened by humanitarian crises around the world. Many are at the center of wars, armed conflicts, persecution, natural disasters, and other complex crises. Children pay a high price for humanitarian crises. They have often experienced or witnessed acts of violence and are at risk of neglect, violence, abuse, exploitation, human trafficking, or military recruitment. Children's rights are under threat all over the world.

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization that assists people who have been forced to flee their homes. Its headquarters are located in Oslo, Norway. The non-governmental organization (NGO) protects and supports displaced people. Founded in 1946, the Norwegian Refugee Council began its relief efforts after the Second World War and is now one of the world's largest NGOs supporting refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). The NRC's focus is on providing urgent humanitarian aid in the emergency phase of a conflict or natural disaster.

UK for UNHCR

United Kingdom for UNHCR or UK for UNHCR is the UN Refugee Agency’s national funding partner for the United Kingdom. The non-governmental organization (NGO) is one of ten UNHCR National Fundraising Partners worldwide. The NGO helps refugees and other displaced people by advocating for their protection and raising funds to enable UNHCR to provide humanitarian assistance to displaced families in need around the world.

By Simon D. Kist, 3 November, 2022

Ceasefire agreed in Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict

Ethiopia’s federal government and the Tigray Peoples' Liberation Front (TPLF) have announced a ceasefire for the conflict in northern Ethiopia after ten days of peace talks in South Africa. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, who mediated the talks led by the African Union (AU), broke the news Wednesday in the South African capital of Pretoria. A joint statement said the warring parties “have agreed to silence the guns and end the two years of conflict in northern Ethiopia.”

By Simon D. Kist, 25 July, 2022

Thank you

Thank you to all who pay attention to the suffering and needs of people in crises around the world. Thank you to all who do not close their eyes to wars, conflicts and human rights violations worldwide. Thank you to all who pay attention to humanitarian needs, even if it is often painful. Thank you to all who recognize the grave consequences that climate change is already having on the survival of millions.

Plan International USA

Plan International is a global organization working to advance children's rights and equality for girls. Plan International USA is the US American arm of this organization, focusing on international development and humanitarian projects. Founded in 1937 during the Spanish Civil War, Plan International is one of the oldest and largest children's aid organizations in the world. Plan International is active in more than 75 countries. The charity responds to emergencies and disasters that threaten the lives of children.

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Plan International

Plan International is an independent development cooperation and humanitarian aid organization that campaigns for children's rights and opportunities and for equal rights for girls. Plan International was founded in 1937 during the Spanish Civil War and is one of the oldest and largest charities for children in the world. The non-governmental organization (NGO) is currently active in more than 75 countries. Plan International responds to emergencies and disasters that threaten the lives of children.

International Rescue Committee UK

Founded in 1933 with the aim of helping the politically persecuted, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the largest non-governmental organizations (NGO) focusing on the support of refugees worldwide. The NGO provides emergency aid and long-term assistance to refugees and those displaced by war, persecution, or natural disaster. Its international headquarters are based in the United States. The IRC helps people affected by humanitarian crises to survive and rebuild their lives. IRC UK is based in London.

International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) was founded in 1933 with the aim of helping politically persecuted people. Today, it is one of the largest non-governmental organizations (NGO) that focuses on supporting refugees worldwide. The NGO provides emergency aid and long-term support for refugees and people who have been displaced by war, persecution or natural disasters. The international headquarters of the organization are located in the United States. The IRC helps people affected by humanitarian crises to survive and rebuild their lives.