UP

World faces 'largest humanitarian crisis' in UN history

Home page World
12 Punto 14 Punto 16 Punto 18 Punto
World faces 'largest humanitarian crisis' in UN history

The UN humanitarian chief pleaded for help Friday as he warned of the "largest humanitarian crisis since the creation of" the global body in 1945.

More than 20 million people are affected by famine and starvation in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen, according to Stephen O’Brien, who said to avoid “catastrophe”, $4.4 billion is needed by July.

”We stand at a critical point in history," he said. "Without collective and coordinated global efforts, people will simply starve to death. Many more will suffer and die from disease."

The crisis is the most severe in Yemen, where nearly two-thirds of the population of 24 million people need humanitarian assistance.

The tragedy comes after two years of war between Houthi rebels and the government that is supported by a Saudi Arabia-led military coalition.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made a similar call for action last month when he asked the international community "to do whatever is in their power" to help.

He said at the time the global body had received less than $90 million in donations, which is "around two cents for every dollar needed".

Nearly 1.4 million children are at risk of imminent death due to malnutrition, according to the UN.

Date
2017.03.11 / 17:59
Author
Axar.az
See also

U.S. and Iran reach deal but need Trump's final approval

Zakharova: Russia still considers Armenia an ally

Armenia may confiscate homes linked to former elites

Sweden set to supply Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine

Tokayev says no disputes between Kazakhstan and Russia

Armenia showcases military hardware at Yerevan parade - Video

Armenia Republic Day parade concludes in Yerevan - Video

Russian military losses updated on day 1555

Israel congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Day

IRGC says it targeted US base in retaliation for strikes

Latest
Xocalı soyqırımı — 1992-ci il Bağla
Bize yazin Bağla
ArxivBağla