In progress at UNHQ

Mozambique


The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) today released a report urging the Government of Colombia to protect civilians during ongoing violence by armed groups. The report details how armed groups use violence to exert control over the population, furthering their own economic interests and undermining governance.

In Mali, the UN and its partners, together with the country’s transitional authorities, today launched a $770 million Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan to support millions across Mali. The Plan aims to address the needs of 4.7 million people affected by conflict, displacement, health emergencies and climate shocks.

Israeli air strikes hit Yemen’s Sana’a International Airport, Red Sea ports and power stations today, reportedly killing at least three and injuring dozens more. A UN Humanitarian Air Service crew member was also injured when the airport was hit, and a high-level UN delegation was at the airport when the strikes occurred.