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The funding will address immediate needs, including protection services, food assistance, nutrition, health and shelter.
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The aim of this disaster response simulation is to improve the preparedness of first responders and emergency managers in the event of a chemical incident.
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Today, the EU announced €25 million in humanitarian aid to meet the basic needs of vulnerable Palestinians in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza.
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Today the Commission announces €1.5 million for a dedicated project to support the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in assisting women and girls in Ukraine by providing sexual and reproductive health services.
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The ministerial meeting of the main annual pledging event for the Syrian people – the 6th Brussels Conference “Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region” (#SyriaConf2022) – is ongoing today.
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Today, the international community pledged close to €6.4 billion for 2022 and beyond.
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This week, a large convoy of 45 vehicles is on its way to Ukraine. This crucial firefighting equipment offered by Italy via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism includes 41 trucks, 3 special-use vehicles, and 1 trailer.
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In an effort to ensure continued international support for Syrian refugees and their host communities, the EU will be hosting the 6th Brussels Conference on “Supporting the future of Syria and the region” on 9 and 10 May.
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The number of people facing acute food insecurity and requiring urgent life-saving food assistance and livelihood support continues to grow at an alarming rate.
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European Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, is today in Bosnia and Herzegovina to strengthen the cooperation on disaster prevention, preparedness and response, both at national and regional level.