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High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell and Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, have issued the following statement
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A new aid shipment from Cyprus to Gaza via the Maritime Corridor and the newly constructed US pier is taking place today, carrying EU supplies.
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This to address the needs of the most vulnerable people affected by the main ongoing emergencies. This includes over €1 million, just approved, to respond to the devastating floods in Brazil, which in past weeks have affected 90% of the territory of Rio Grande do Sul.
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The reports give decision-makers and practitioners guidance, perspectives and examples on how to invest in disaster resilience, the cost of adaptation strategies and the financial impact of wildfires and droughts.
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We strongly condemn the indiscriminate attacks from both sides, including on the Babiker Nahar Paediatric Hospital. We are extremely concerned about the lack of medical supplies and medicines at Al Fasher South Hospital, which is the only functioning hospital in the entire state.
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As Europe is preparing for the approaching wildfire season, the EU is taking significant steps to bolster firefighting efforts and safeguard communities, by pre-positioning firefighters and assembling a fleet of firefighting aircraft.
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The emergency funding allocated by the EU will support humanitarian partners in addressing needs related to water, hygiene, sanitation and health, both at institutional and community levels, while strengthening the coordination of the cholera response in targeted areas.
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The funding will be channelled exclusively through the EU's humanitarian partners, including UN agencies and NGOs actively involved in the response, supporting vulnerable communities affected by Yemen's decade-long conflict, displacement, and climate emergencies.
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Heavy rainfall, affecting Kenya since the beginning of March 2024, has resulted in floods, caused rivers to overflow and triggered landslides.
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The Conference has become the main event to reaffirm the international community's support for the Syrian people, the Syrian refugees, and their host communities.