Over 300 people were killed in flash floods that struck multiple provinces in Afghanistan, leading to a state of emergency. The floods caused extensive damage to houses, agricultural land, and infrastructure. The death toll provided by the government and humanitarian agencies varied, highlighting the challenges in assessing the full impact. This incident serves as a stark reminder of Afghanistan’s vulnerability to climate change. Immediate aid and long-term planning are required to address the consequences of the floods.
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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen criticized House Republicans for their delay in providing aid to Ukraine. Yellen emphasized the importance of US assistance for Ukraine’s ability to fight against Russia’s invasion. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmygal urged the US to continue supporting Ukraine’s struggle. Republican leaders in the House have announced a vote on a military aid package, which is expected to take place on Saturday. President Joe Biden also urged Republicans to drop opposition to the aid package, emphasizing the detrimental impact of delays on national security.
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Biden’s Middle East adviser, Brett McGurk, visits Doha to discuss the potential for a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. The White House spokesperson, John Kirby, announces U.S. support for an extended humanitarian pause in Gaza combat to allow for hostage release and aid delivery.
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The World Health Organization led missions to barely functioning hospitals in northern Gaza, describing growing desperation and starving people stripping an aid truck of supplies. The UN health agency and its partners delivered aid, including fuel, to the devastated Al-Shifa hospital. The dire situation at Al-Shifa was described as a microcosm of the nightmare playing out across Gaza, where shortages of medicines, food, power, and safety imperil the population.
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Israel has announced that aid will be made available in the southern region of Gaza, however, no further information has been revealed regarding the specifics of the aid. The announcement comes in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.
