Ukraine: UN official ‘utterly outraged’ by brutal attack in Kherson

Ukraine: UN official ‘utterly outraged’ by brutal attack in Kherson

Dozens of civilians were killed and injured, including a two-month-old girl who was hospitalized for her injuries. A hospital and an ambulance were reportedly struck, with two healthcare workers and a patient reported to be among the injured. Civilians pay the price Denise Brown, UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine, issued a statement saying she was…

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Amid Middle East crisis, ‘brutal and far-reaching’ war continues in Ukraine

Amid Middle East crisis, ‘brutal and far-reaching’ war continues in Ukraine

Ramesh Rajasingham, Director of the Coordination Division at the UN relief wing OCHA, addressed ambassadors, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian support with the winter freeze approaching, and access to essential services an increasing challenge. He outlined efforts by relief workers to provide support to communities on the frontline and in hard-to-reach areas, including ensuring…

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Sudan’s brutal conflict could spill over into wider region, warns Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan

Sudan’s brutal conflict could spill over into wider region, warns Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan

In his speech to the annual general debate of the UN General Assembly, Mr. Al-Burhan, who is President of the Transitional Sovereign Council, said that the Sudanese people have been facing a devastating war since April 15 launched against them by the Rapid Support Forces.   Describing those paramilitary forces as rebels in alliance with…

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UN humanitarian chief in Ukraine condemns 'brutal and relentless' pattern of port attacks

UN humanitarian chief in Ukraine condemns ‘brutal and relentless’ pattern of port attacks

“There has been almost one attack every other day hitting vital port and grain facilities in Ukraine,” said Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Denise Brown, in a statement on Wednesday.  Assault on grain exports A Russian drone attack early on Wednesday damaged infrastructure at Ukrainian grain-exporting facilities on the Danube River. Ukrainian officials say buildings including grain…

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