Country: Ukraine Source: UN Children's Fund

For children, the impact of such harsh conditions is both physical and mental. Darkness and freezing temperatures intensify fear and stress, and can lead to, or exacerbate health conditions.

Countries: Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, Mali, Niger Source: World Food Programme

A staggering 55 million people are expected to endure crisis levels of hunger, or worse, in the June-August 2026 lean season. More than 13 million children are set to suffer from malnutrition in 2026.

Country: Colombia Source: Norwegian Refugee Council

Twelve months after the armed conflict in Catatumbo escalated sharply on 16th January 2025, the violent territorial dispute shows no sign of abating in this volatile region bordering Venezuela.

Country: World Source: Oxfam

Already, conservative estimates projected that 200,000 children under five would die in 2025 due to these cuts, leading to the first rise in under-five child mortality this century.

Country: occupied Palestinian territory Source: Oxfam

Since the ceasefire was announced 100 days ago, needs remain desperate. Severe weather has hit Gaza, and there has been a near-total water and sanitation infrastructure collapse.