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@UNReliefChief
Martin Griffiths
3 days
Floods driven by #ElNi ño have ravaged Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and other parts of East Africa, causing significant loss of life and disruption. We're working with partners and local authorities to intensify relief efforts and remain steadfast to support those most vulnerable.
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Martin Griffiths
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Another dark day for the humanitarian community in #Sudan . The killing of aid workers is unconscionable. Those who risk everything to help others must be protected. Humanitarian workers are #NotATarget .
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Patrick Youssef
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It’s with a heavy heart we share that two of our drivers were killed by gunmen today in South #Darfur , #Sudan . Three other ICRC staff were injured. The ICRC's priority is to support those most affected by this tragedy, in particular the victims’ relatives, and colleagues.
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Martin Griffiths
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#ElNi ño is intensifying weather extremes, affecting 30M people in Southern Africa with the harshest mid-season drought in over a century. I’ve allocated $13.5M from @UNCERF to bolster early action & response and enhance community resilience against the climate crisis.
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Martin Griffiths
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Central and northern regions of #Mali are currently grappling with two simultaneous crises: a sharp deterioration of food insecurity levels, and the arrival of 70,000 refugees fleeing from neighbouring countries. I'm allocating $11M from @UNCERF to address this dual crisis.
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Martin Griffiths
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Decades of conflict have displaced 7.2M people in #DRCongo . To avert a humanitarian catastrophe, we need urgent action to close the funding gap, secure unimpeded access, and above all, the political will to end the violence once and for all. Statement by @IASCCH principals:
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Martin Griffiths
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A ground operation in Rafah will be nothing short of a tragedy beyond words.
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Martin Griffiths
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More than ever, I believe it is time for a step change in how we deliver humanitarian assistance. I shared some thoughts on how we can do that with participants in this year’s Humanitarian Networks and Partnership Week #HNPW .
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Martin Griffiths
6 days
The recent attacks on healthcare facilities in #Haiti are shocking and alarming. Health facilities must be protected. They are #NotATarget .
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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
10 days
The health system in #Haiti is on the brink of collapse. @WHO is deeply concerned about the impact of violence on hospitals and health centers in the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area, where less than 50% of facilities are functioning at normal capacity. And those that remain…
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Martin Griffiths
9 days
Half the population of the Central African Republic - or 2.8 million people - need humanitarian aid. I thank @UNOCHA 's Donor Support Group for taking the time to travel to CAR to learn about their needs, the importance of additional support and the value of the @UNCERF & @CBPFs
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Lisa Doughten
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Reflecting on a week in CAR🇨🇫 with the @UNOCHA Donor Support Group. We saw the value @UNCERF & @CBPFs brings to our partners & the remarkable resilience of the people in this country. Grateful for our team's dedication & deeply inspired by the community-led initiatives in #CAR .
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Martin Griffiths
10 days
An escalation of hostilities in #Sudan 's El Fasher would be catastrophic. Civilians there are already struggling to survive hunger & deprivation. They must be spared from violence. I call on the parties to protect civilians & ensure safe passage for those who flee to safety.
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Joyce Msuya
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In my visit to #DRCongo last year, I saw firsthand the immense challenges - nearly 1 in 4 Congolese faces acute hunger. Yet, their astonishing resilience shines through. They deserve peace & prosperity that reflect this richly abundant land. My remarks:
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Martin Griffiths
12 days
Afghanistan Sudan Syria Ukraine Yemen We've seen time and again how explosive weapons in populated areas kill and destroy. The #EWIPA declaration, aimed at restricting their use, is crucial now more than ever.
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@UNOCHA
UN Humanitarian
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1 year ago, 80+ States committed to restricting the use of #explosiveweapons in populated areas. Endorsing & implementing the #EWIPA declaration has never been more urgent. Learn more ⬇️ #EWIPAOSLO
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Martin Griffiths
15 days
Palestinian photojournalists have shared photos and testimonies reflecting the utter devastation and heartbreak unleashed by the brutal war on #Gaza . We cannot stand idly by in the face of this horrific suffering.
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Rolling Stone
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Palestinian photojournalists share images that they want the world to never forget. (Warning: Graphic content)
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Martin Griffiths
16 days
Cholera is ravaging communities in #DRCongo . Our response must be swift and effective. Providing clean water, sanitation and health care is crucial to stem this tide. Learn more about our ongoing efforts on the ground:
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Martin Griffiths
17 days
Malnutrition and food insecurity in #Yemen are worsening as the lean season approaches. A cholera outbreak is spreading across the country. Urgent, scaled-up funding for aid operations is critical - and a lifeline for millions of people.
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@UNCERF
CERF - The UN's emergency fund
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In #Somalia 🇸🇴, the effects of historic droughts & El Niño induced floods have fuelled an extreme cholera outbreak. ‌ @UNReliefChief has allocated $2 million from @UNCERF to support life-saving humanitarian assistance for the most vulnerable people. Together, we #InvestInHumanity
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Martin Griffiths
18 days
The flash appeal seeks to address urgent needs for over 3 million people in the OPT, most of whom are in #Gaza . While needs are extensive, we focus on what is achievable in our current context. We are calling for funding as well as improvements in access and security.
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Lisa Doughten
18 days
Excellent visit to Bria 🇨🇫 with the @UNOCHA Donor Support Group. I had the opportunity to meet with displaced & returning communities, & with the dedicated colleagues on site who work tirelessly to provide humanitarian aid to the people who need it the most. #InvestInHumanity
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Joyce Msuya
20 days
Over 21 million Ethiopians are in need of humanitarian assistance caused by back-to-back climate shocks and devastating conflict. Today, I urged leaders to unite and cease the small window of opportunity to prevent further deterioration. Together, we can turn this tide.
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