North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited flood-ravaged areas in the country, vowing to rebuild homes and alleviate the suffering of those impacted by the devastating floods. Despite offers of international aid, Kim has insisted on self-reliance in the recovery efforts.
Haiti’s Prime Minister Garry Conille is in the US seeking financial aid and support as the country grapples with a severe gang crisis. This visit follows the deployment of Kenyan police to help stabilize the nation. While the US has pledged funding, it has ruled out sending troops.
A devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea has claimed the lives of over 2,000 people, according to the Papua New Guinea government, which is significantly higher than the United Nations estimate of 670. The government has formally requested international assistance, and Australia is preparing to send aircraft and other equipment to the remote and mountainous region where the disaster occurred. Concerns are rising that heavy rains could destabilize the tons of rubble that buried hundreds of villagers, making it even more difficult to recover victims and provide aid to survivors.
An independent review has made several recommendations to strengthen the neutrality of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), following allegations of staff involvement in the October 2023 Hamas attacks. Key recommendations include establishing an advisory body on neutrality, implementing stricter staff screening procedures, and fostering engagement with donor nations.
