Some humanitarian work suspended in Gaza after deadly Israeli airstrike
At least 200 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza — more than 95% Palestinians – since the outbreak of war.
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At least 200 humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza — more than 95% Palestinians – since the outbreak of war.
Negotiators and officials aim to wrap up so that May's 77th World Health Assembly can consider a proposed text.
WHO warns disease and hunger are at alarming levels in the Congo, where almost 10 million people are on the move.
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WHO's chief warned that 'a torrent of mis- and disinformation' affects pandemic treaty negotiations restarting this week.
The U.N. Security Council demanded an immediate end to fighting in Sudan during Ramadan, which begins Sunday.
The World Health Organization's executive board began planning for the World Health Assembly.
International aid groups face a daunting task struggling to deliver food, treat the injured and fight disease in Gaza.
The multilateral effort fell short of its ambitious targets but still managed to save an estimated 2.7 million lives.
Gaza's aid network reached 'the breaking point' as Israel fought to destroy Hamas and groups warned Palestinians face starvation.
Negotiators are expected to submit a draft pandemic accord to the 194-nation World Health Assembly for approval next May.
The U.N. and other aid agencies scrambled to step up relief as Israel and Hamas began a four-day truce.
Medical facilities are running out of supplies and fuel, which Israel hasn't allowed into Gaza for a month now.
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In one glimmer of hope, hundreds of people were allowed to enter Egypt from Gaza, which one U.N. official called a "graveyard" for children who are caught up in the fighting.
The Global Preparedness Monitoring Board urged more trust-building to boost monitoring, accountability and financing.