Tom Fletcher
Coverage of Tom Fletcher in the Nexus archive.
- Sudan: UN Relief Chief Sounds Alarm Over Escalating Violence in Sudan's North Kordofan
The UN relief chief has raised concerns about escalating violence in Sudan's North Kordofan. Tom Fletcher, the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, issued a statement addressing the situation.
- UN aid chief outlines ‘six asks’ after Israel-Lebanon deal
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher outlined six humanitarian priorities following a trilateral agreement between Israel and Lebanon, calling it a 'moment of hope and opportunity.' He emphasized Lebanon's ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by Israeli military attacks and highlighted efforts to support displaced populations.
- How to help Venezuela: UN asks for donations for ‘underfunded’ program for kids
The United Nations is requesting financial donations for its underfunded humanitarian program in Venezuela, which is addressing the needs of 8 million people affected by crises, including recent earthquakes that caused widespread damage in Caracas and surrounding states. The UN is collaborating with the U.S. State Department and U.S. Southern Command to respond to the disasters.
- World sends rescuers, aid as Venezuela reels from quakes
Two major earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring over 970. International rescue teams and aid are being mobilized as survivors search for loved ones in rubble. Countries including Spain, France, Germany, and the U.S. have pledged support.
- UN aid chief says situation in Somalia worsened by US war on Iran
UN relief coordinator Tom Fletcher criticized the US war on Iran during a visit to Somalia, stating it has worsened the humanitarian situation there. The statement highlights tensions between geopolitical conflicts and regional stability.
- US spending on ‘reckless’ Iran war could have saved 87m lives, says UN
The UN's humanitarian agency head, Tom Fletcher, criticized the $2 billion weekly cost of the US's 'reckless' Iran war, stating the funds could have saved 87 million lives. He warned against the normalization of violent rhetoric, such as threats to bomb Iran 'back to the stone ages,' which risks enabling autocrats to use similar tactics.
- UN aid chief warns of possible ‘full-scale famine’ in South Sudan
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher warns that South Sudan is at risk of slipping into 'full-scale famine and collapse'. The statement highlights the urgent humanitarian crisis in the country.
- UN warns South Sudan at risk of ‘full-scale famine’ as fighting intensifies
The UN warns that South Sudan is at risk of a full-scale famine due to intensifying conflict and rising humanitarian needs. UN aid chief Tom Fletcher highlights that hunger is worsening amid ongoing violence.
- Sudan enters a fourth year of war as officials lament an ‘abandoned crisis’
Sudan marks its fourth year of war, described as an 'abandoned crisis,' with famine, mass casualties, and displacement affecting 13 million people. The conflict between Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces continues, exacerbated by international inaction and regional power interventions.