Report on global aid finds lives saved equal to twice the U.S. population
The ONE Campaign says at least 669 million people worldwide would have needlessly died between 1990 and 2016.
Humanitarians & Peace
Humanitarian action and peace are closely intertwined. Humanitarian organizations alleviate suffering in crisis, while also creating conditions for long-term peace. Through neutral and impartial aid, they help save lives and protect civilians. The international community, led by the U.N. and other organizations, works to bridge the gap between emergency aid and sustainable peacebuilding efforts to rebuild societies shattered by conflict.
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U.N. task force seeks Syrian civilian protections but fighting doesn't stop
Russia and Turkey plan to allow a 'war on terror' to continue against fighters living near civilians in the Idlib region.
U.N. humanitarian chief visits North Korea where 10 million need aid
The U.N.'s top humanitarian official paid a rare visit to North Korea, meeting aid providers and some who need help.