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This funding will contribute to provide logistics support to humanitarian partners delivering urgent relief to the most vulnerable, due to the current energy crisis and related difficulties on the distribution of food and drinking water.
The European Union experienced its most devastating wildfire season on record in 2025, with over 1 million hectares of land burnt – an area roughly the size of Cyprus – according to new data from the European Forest Fire Information System.
The European Commission has released nearly €11 million to support humanitarian aid and strengthen disaster preparedness across Asia in 2026.
The Commission has scaled up its humanitarian response in Lebanon, delivering nearly 150 tonnes of live-saving supplies to support people displaced by the deteriorating situation in the country.
Wildfires pose a growing threat to Europe, with climate change increasing their intensity and frequency. In line with the Preparedness Union Strategy, this communication provides guidance on how to better prevent, prepare for, respond and recover from wildfires.
The mobilisation follows a request for assistance from the Cypriot authorities via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. It comprises disinfectants, personal protective equipment, disposable coveralls, face masks, shoe covers, and other items essential for curbing the further spread of the virus.
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Investing in resilience unlocks social, economic and environmental benefits that outweigh the cost regardless of whether and when a disaster materialises.
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The EU Civil Protection Mechanism can be activated to request assistance for consular support during evacuation operations.
Through its humanitarian food assistance, the EU aims to ensure access to safe and nutritious food for the most hungry and vulnerable people in crises.
The European Commission has set up an operational system to channel in-kind donations from third countries and the private sector to Ukraine, Moldova, and neighbouring EU countries.
Humanitarian protection addresses violence, coercion, deliberate deprivation and abuse for persons, groups, and communities in humanitarian crises
