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The Libya INGO Forum, an independent platform composed of 17 international NGOs providing humanitarian assistance in Libya, is deeply concerned about the humanitarian consequences resulting from the escalation of violence in and around Tripoli.
HI Global Managing Director shared his concerns about the persistent and targeted violences against humanitarian actors.
On 4 April, the forces of the Libyan National Army launched an offensive against the forces aligned with the Government of National Accord to take control of Tripoli.
France and Germany are organizing today, April 1st, an Arria meeting at the United Nations Security Council.
HI, along with other organizations working to protect civilians in armed conflict, addressed a joint letter to the German Chancellor.
The United Nations’ Security Council (UNSC) is about to vote a resolution on counter-terrorism measures, which will probably affect NGO operations on the field. INGOs along with Coordination SUD (the French network of NGOs) made a common declaration before the resolution is voted.
With the third Brussels Conference to Support the future of Syria and the region taking place last week (12-15 March), HI took the opportunity to gather partners and other conference participants in side event titled “Including persons with disabilities in the Syrian humanitarian response”.
As the international community came together for the 7th consecutive year to commit to helping Syrians inside their country, as well as refugees and their hosts, 15 aid agencies called today for a sustained follow-up to ensure political and funding support translates into meaningful improvements for all Syrians.
International non-government organisations (INGOs) in Yemen strongly condemn the horrific attacks in Hajjah governorate on Sunday which according to the UN killed 22 people – twelve women and ten children – and injured many more.