May 2015
Nepal Earthquake; UN Requires Millions of Dollars More in Aid
A month after a devastating earthquake in Nepal, the UN reports that only 20% of the required budget for emergency operations has been secured. The…
139 Graves of Refugees Found in Northern Malaysia
Malaysian police have discovered 139 graves and 28 human trafficking camps in northern Malaysia, near the Thai border. This follows increasing international concern over the…
Counteroffensive by Shia Militias and Iraqi Army to Retake Ramadi
Shia militias and the Iraqi army have launched a counteroffensive to retake Ramadi from ISIS, which has recently intensified its attacks and captured key areas.…
Malaysia and Indonesia's Decision to Accept Stranded Refugees at Sea
Malaysia and Indonesia have decided to stop sending back boats carrying Rohingya refugees, responding to international criticism. This decision comes as Myanmar faces pressure to…
House-to-House Search by Islamic State Militants in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have captured Ramadi and are conducting house-to-house searches for Iraqi forces, resulting in significant casualties. The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts…
The Oldest Layers of Ice in Antarctica Will Melt by 2020
A NASA report indicates that the Larsen B ice shelf in Antarctica is rapidly melting and may completely dissolve by 2020, contributing to rising global…
UN Representative in Yemen Calls for Extension of Ceasefire
The UN envoy for Yemen has called for an extension of a ceasefire set to end soon, amid ongoing conflicts between Houthi rebels and forces…
UN: Governments should grant asylum to thousands of stranded migrants in Malaysian waters
The UN has called on countries around the Andaman Sea to stop returning thousands of stranded migrants, primarily Rohingya and Bangladeshi refugees, back to sea.…
Another earthquake over 7 magnitude strikes Nepal
Nepal experienced another significant earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter scale, just weeks after a devastating quake that killed over eight thousand people. The ongoing…
UN Condemns 'Severe Increase' in Executions in Iran
The UN has condemned a significant rise in executions in Iran, urging the government to abolish the death penalty. Between July 2013 and June 2014,…
UN Official: Saudi Airstrikes on Saada in Yemen Violate International Law
The UN humanitarian coordinator condemned Saudi airstrikes on Saada, Yemen, as violations of international law, highlighting the plight of civilians trapped in the conflict. The…
Houthis Capture Last Major Stronghold of Mansour Hadi Supporters in Aden
Houthi militants have captured the Al-Tawahi area in Aden, the last major stronghold of supporters of Yemeni President Mansour Hadi. This escalation raises concerns for…
Rescuers Find More Victims in Devastated Areas of Nepal
The death toll from the recent earthquake in Nepal has risen to 7,366, with rescuers finding many bodies in the devastated areas. The United Nations…
Nepal Needs Two Billion Dollars for Reconstruction After Recent Earthquake
Nepal's Finance Minister announced a need for at least two billion dollars for reconstruction after a devastating earthquake that has killed over 6,300 people. Thousands…
The Death Toll from the Nepal Earthquake Exceeds 6,000
A devastating earthquake in Nepal has resulted in over 6,200 deaths and nearly 14,000 injuries, with significant damage reported in Kathmandu and remote areas. Rescue…