October 2023
WHO and ECHO Strengthen Partnership for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
WHO and ECHO held a high-level dialogue in Geneva to strengthen their partnership in health emergency preparedness and response, discussing shared global health priorities and…
Third Strong Tremor in 8 Days; Earthquake Measuring 6.4 in Herat, Afghanistan
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.4 struck Herat, Afghanistan, causing significant casualties and damage, with tremors felt in neighboring countries. This is the third major earthquake…
The U.S. Sends Urgent Aid for Earthquake Victims in Afghanistan
The U.S. is providing $12 million in humanitarian aid to earthquake victims in Afghanistan, following a deadly 6.3 magnitude quake that killed over a thousand…
Taliban Calls Pakistan's Decision to Expel 1.7 Million Afghan Migrants 'Unacceptable'
The Taliban condemned Pakistan's decision to expel 1.7 million Afghan migrants, asserting that they are not responsible for security issues in Pakistan. Pakistan's Interior Minister…
Social Crisis in Iran; A Welfare Official Reports Surge in 'Hashish and Crystal' Consumption
A welfare official in Iran reports a significant rise in drug consumption, particularly among women and teenagers, with 'hashish and crystal' being the most common…