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Venezuela is struggling to recover from deadly earthquakes amid economic collapse and U.S. sanctions. The U.S. has provided limited aid and a partial sanctions waiver, but the article argues that lifting all sanctions is necessary for adequate relief and reconstruction.

Children in Sudan are suffering from a deadly war, with 330 reported killed or injured in the first six months of 2026 due to escalating drone attacks, according to UNICEF.

More than 300 children have been killed or injured in Sudan's six-month war, primarily from drone strikes, according to UNICEF. The conflict between the Sudanese military and Rapid Support Forces has caused over 59,000 deaths, displaced 13 million people, and left 30 million in need of aid, with drone attacks targeting civilian infrastructure in Kordofan, Darfur, and Blue Niles.

More than 300 children have been killed in Sudan over six months, primarily in drone strikes, according to UNICEF. The conflict between the Sudanese military and Rapid Support Forces since April 2023 has caused widespread casualties, displacement, and humanitarian crises, with drone warfare responsible for 60% of casualties.

UNICEF reports that more than 300 children have been killed or injured in Sudan over six months, primarily due to drone strikes. The U.N. children's agency attributes most casualties to drone attacks during the conflict.

UNICEF warns that 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing school next year due to 340 damaged or destroyed schools from Israeli bombardments. A June assessment by Lebanon's Ministry of Education revealed extensive damage in conflict-affected regions, requiring urgent repairs before September.

Danny Glover discusses his Alzheimer’s diagnosis and ongoing efforts to reduce stigma around the disease. He has experienced speech and memory changes but remains active, attending events and advocating for honest conversations about health challenges. Glover also shares his past battle with epilepsy and his humanitarian work with organizations like UNICEF and the United Nations Development Program.

A 2-year-old boy named Klieber Moran was rescued alive from rubble in La Guaira, Venezuela, six days after twin earthquakes struck. Jordanian emergency workers conducted the rescue, which marked the first survivor found on the sixth day of search efforts. The death toll from the earthquakes rose to 1,943 with over 10,500 injured.

Over 60,000 Palestinian children have been killed or injured by Israeli security forces in Gaza over 32 months, with UNICEF reporting one child killed daily since a ceasefire began in October 2023. A UN commission found severe physical and psychological harm, including preventable deaths and lifelong disabilities, eroding Palestinian society's foundation. Despite ongoing violence, there are no sanctions against Israel, with the Western world and regional governments remaining silent.

UNICEF warns of a potential siege in El Obeid, Sudan, where 500,000 civilians face immediate violence risks as the Rapid Support Forces encircle the city. The crisis has worsened, with drone attacks causing 80% of reported child casualties in the area and aid convoys blocked by checkpoints.

WHO, UNICEF, and community leaders have praised Mbah's commitment to primary healthcare as Enugu records an 80% increase in PHC visits and an 88.9% rise in immunisation coverage.

A 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela, causing at least 1,450 deaths, over 3,000 injuries, and $6.7bn in damage. The UN and UNICEF report 38 damaged hospitals and 1.8 million people in need of aid. The disaster highlights Venezuela's weakened state capacity amid ongoing crisis.

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Venezuela's coast, resulting in 1,450 deaths, 3,150 injuries, and significant infrastructure damage. The U.S. is coordinating relief efforts, including deploying search-and-rescue teams and a ship, while Venezuelan authorities restricted access to La Guaira to manage aid traffic.

A 399-page Auditor General of Pakistan report highlights 65 audit observations against the Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, including non-deposited Rs56m in arms licence receipts and procedural violations. Other ministries and departments faced 31-18 audit issues, with non-recoveries of Rs22m in fees and Rs27m in private security company payments also noted.

UNICEF and Gavi launched a Request for Expression of Interest to gather information from vaccine developers and manufacturers about plans to create a Bundibugyo Ebolavirus vaccine. Gavi has committed $40 million to support accelerated access to the vaccine.

A UN probe accuses Israel of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, contributing to an ongoing 'genocide,' while Israel rejects the report as 'defamatory' and denies committing genocide. The report highlights severe impacts on children's lives, including trauma, displacement, and destroyed infrastructure.

A UN probe accused Israel of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza as part of an ongoing genocide, citing evidence of systematic military operations causing mass trauma and preventable child deaths. Israel rejected the report as 'defamatory' and denied committing genocide, while the UN commission highlighted eroded childhoods due to violence, displacement, and collapsed infrastructure.

Ebola cases in eastern DR Congo have reached 1,000, with over 130 children orphaned in Ituri due to the outbreak. Nearly 3 million children and adolescents face heightened risks, prompting urgent calls for protection and care from UNICEF.

UNICEF's 2026 Children’s Climate Risk Report highlights that Indian children face high vulnerability to climate hazards, particularly extreme heat, drought, and multiple climate-related risks.

The global AIDS response, driven by grief, rage, courage, and determination, transformed HIV into a manageable condition, achieving one of the greatest public health successes of the past 50 years. UNICEF highlights the need to continue this effort to save millions of children.

An Israeli air strike on a residential building in Gaza City killed three Palestinians, including two children and their father. Gaza’s health ministry reported over 1,000 Palestinian deaths since the October 2025 US-brokered ceasefire, with UNICEF noting one child killed daily by Israeli forces since the truce.

The UN reports that Israel kills an average of one child per day in Gaza despite a ceasefire. UNICEF states that 'no ceasefire can be considered meaningful while children continue to be killed.'

UNICEF and the UN describe the Gaza ceasefire as a 'deadly illusion', citing 265 children killed since its declaration in October 2025. Israel has continued strikes in Gaza, resulting in 992 Palestinian deaths according to the territory's health ministry, which the UN deems reliable.

Israel’s military campaign in Gaza has orphaned tens of thousands of Palestinian children, with 59,000 losing at least one parent and 2,700 losing both, according to UNICEF. Over 73,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the war began on October 7, 2023, as documented by the Hamas-run government’s health ministry. Orphaned children, like 10-year-old Razan Shanan, rely on extended family and caregivers amid ongoing trauma and displacement.

The US State Department announced over $1 billion in humanitarian aid through UNICEF and the World Food Program to support food, health, child protection, and other programs in Ukraine and 40 other countries.

The UK's Ministry of Defence and Treasury are in conflict over defense spending, with Keir Starmer attending the G7 summit to discuss international partnerships in conflicts involving Ukraine and the Middle East. Donald Trump announced the Strait of Hormuz will be 'completely open' as tensions rise, while a UNICEF report highlights climate risks affecting half of the world's children.

Half of the world’s children are exposed to at least three overlapping climate hazards, including heatwaves, storms, floods, and droughts, according to a Unicef report. The report highlights that almost every child, including those in high-income countries, faces at least one climate hazard, threatening their health, education, and survival.

The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo is expanding into new areas and is larger than previously detected, with 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths. No approved vaccines exist for the Bundibugyo species causing the outbreak, which has spread to Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces, as well as into Uganda.

UNICEF calls for equal access to national exams for all Sudanese students, regardless of location. The statement was made by UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa Etleva Kadilli.

Gombe state and UNICEF have launched a N1 billion intervention to provide Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) for children with severe acute malnutrition. The funding comes from a counterpart arrangement with each party contributing N500 million.

Sudan's Finance Minister Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim signed a $51 million agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and UNICEF to restructure stalled water projects into an emergency water and sanitation initiative for Port Sudan and North and South Kordofan states.

An outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, with 134 confirmed cases and 17 deaths in Congo and nine cases and one death in Uganda, has been declared a public health emergency by the WHO. The outbreak is exacerbated by conflict in eastern Congo, lack of approved treatments or vaccines, and challenges in gaining community trust and securing resources.

Hamas warns of a 'dangerous escalation' following an order by a Prime Minister to seize more Gaza land. UNICEF highlights that taking 70% of the Gaza Strip's territory will exacerbate suffering for children, while Germany expresses concern over a potential permanent division of the enclave.

The PM confirmed troops crossed the Litani River as the Pentagon hosts Israeli-Lebanon security talks. UNICEF reported 15 children killed in Lebanon over the past week, with the WHO warning of healthcare damage and a minister accusing Israel of endangering heritage sites.

An Afghan father is considering selling his seven-year-old daughter into marriage to feed his family for four years. The decision is driven by desperation and poverty. This situation highlights the harsh realities faced by some families in Afghanistan.

Germany ranks near the bottom in a UNICEF study on child well-being and education, raising alarming concerns. In a separate incident, an escaped tiger was killed by police near Leipzig after attacking a man.

UNICEF is leveraging DeFi yield and stablecoins like USDC to fund school connectivity initiatives, including a cash transfer pilot in Kenya and the Lido Impact Staking program for Giga. Gerben Kijne from the Office of Innovation highlights challenges in institutional adoption, such as crypto's PR issues, while advancing blockchain integration.

UNICEF expressed outrage after Israeli forces killed water truck drivers in Gaza. The organization called for an investigation and 'ensure full accountability' from Israeli authorities.