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Rock band The Strokes used their Coachella performance to draw attention to universities destroyed in Gaza and Iran, including al-Israa University. The visual tribute brought a message of educational loss to one of the world's biggest music festivals.
For over six decades, the Al-Noor centre in Gaza has been teaching visually impaired children to read, learn, and build independent lives. Despite facing unprecedented challenges, this UNRWA-run school continues its mission to ensure no child is left behind.
More than 1,000 people from around the world launched the largest civilian aid flotilla ever assembled for Gaza, refusing to wait for governments to act. The Global Sumud Flotilla departed Spain this week, carrying humanitarian supplies to a region still struggling six months after a ceasefire.
A young Israeli paratrooper volunteered to spend time with an 82-year-old Holocaust survivor, forging a bond so deep that when the soldier died in Gaza, the survivor called him his grandson. Their story reveals how friendship bridges generations and trauma.
The Dutch government has resumed its €19 million annual contribution to UN refugee aid after a months-long freeze. The decision comes as humanitarian needs in Gaza and Lebanon reach critical levels.
The United Arab Emirates is stepping up as a global leader in water security, committing hundreds of millions to bring clean water to billions living without it. From drilling wells for refugees to building pipelines in Gaza, the nation is turning urgent need into tangible action.
While 2.2 billion people still lack clean drinking water worldwide, the UAE is stepping up with innovative solutions and massive financial backing. From building pipelines in Gaza to drilling wells for refugees, these initiatives are turning the tide on water scarcity.
Faith groups are helping women bring justice and healing to war-torn communities across four continents. From Ukraine's borders to Gaza's shelters, these advocates prove peace starts with supporting survivors.
Two physician sisters turned crisis into hope by creating makeshift medical and dental schools in Gaza. Their grassroots organization now trains future healthcare providers while delivering essential aid to thousands.
Within 24 hours of a request for help, young volunteers from Israel's Gaza Envelope traveled to Beit Shemesh to repair homes damaged by Iranian missiles. The same communities that have faced relentless attacks showed up to help strangers rebuild.
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A vital humanitarian crossing into Gaza is reopening this week, bringing relief supplies to families who desperately need them. The Kerem Shalom crossing will allow food, medicine, and essential aid to flow back into the region.
While Hollywood gathered for awards season, Mark Ruffalo chose a different spotlight. The actor is using his platform to produce stories of displacement and advocate for humanitarian causes that matter most to him.
Israel's Supreme Court froze a government ban that would have stopped 37 humanitarian organizations from working in Gaza and the West Bank. The groups, including Doctors Without Borders and Oxfam, can continue delivering life-saving assistance while the court considers a final ruling.
World Central Kitchen is delivering one million hot meals every single day to families in Gaza while also supporting energy infrastructure in Ukraine. Celebrity chef José Andrés is asking the world to keep both humanitarian crises in focus.
A trusted bridge-builder who earned respect from both Israeli and Palestinian leaders is now overseeing one of the world's most challenging peace efforts. Nickolay Mladenov's appointment to lead the Board of Peace brings hope to a region desperate for stability.
FIFA is partnering with the Board of Peace to rebuild Gaza through football, investing $75 million in pitches, an academy, and a 20,000-seat stadium. The project aims to create jobs and engage youth while supporting reconstruction efforts.
International donors have committed $7 billion to help rebuild Gaza through a new initiative called the "Board-of-Peace," President Trump announced. The pledge represents one of the largest humanitarian commitments to the region in recent years.
The Egyptian Red Crescent has sent its 142nd humanitarian convoy to Gaza, carrying food for nearly 200,000 families, medical supplies, and essential winter gear. More than 65,000 volunteers have helped deliver over 800,000 tons of aid since the crisis began.
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FIFA and the Board of Peace announced a partnership to rebuild Gaza through football, investing $75 million in pitches, leagues, and jobs for a community ready to heal. The plan includes 50 mini-pitches, a professional academy, and a 20,000-seat stadium.
Countries around the world have committed $7 billion as a down payment to rebuild Gaza after two years of devastating conflict. The new Board of Peace brings together 47 nations to coordinate reconstruction efforts and humanitarian aid for the war-torn region.
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