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A devastating climate-induced drought is affecting the Horn of Africa. The situation is worsened by the impact of COVID-19, conflict and insecurity situation in the region, and the expected aggravation of food insecurity and nutrition due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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As the war continues and people arrive from Ukraine, health systems in neighbouring countries face significant pressure.
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Soaring food prices caused by Russia's war in Ukraine are adding further strain to the compounding crises in Lebanon, which imports 96% of its wheat from Russia and Ukraine.
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Despite access and security constraints, EU humanitarian partners are providing assistance to vulnerable people in different regions of Ukraine.
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Global food insecurity continues to deteriorate due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, exacerbating long term trends of growing insecurity, climate change and economic hardship.
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Since the start of Russia’s invasion on 24 February, the refugee influx of civilians fleeing Ukraine to reach neighbouring countries has resulted in skyrocketing humanitarian needs.
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To improve the EUs preparedness and response to public health risks such as chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats, the Commission is building up strategic reserves of response capacities through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.
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In the context of the aggravation of the food security and nutrition due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EU is today reinforcing its political and financial commitment to partner countries in Africa.
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Since the beginning of the conflict 11 years ago, the humanitarian situation in Syria is now worse than ever. On 1 April, the EU and Finland are co-hosting a Humanitarian Senior Officials Meeting to discuss the worsening situation.
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During the Afghanistan Pledging Conference today, the Commission will announce €113 million in EU humanitarian assistance for the Afghan people, addressing the urgent needs in Afghanistan and the region.