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UN warns of acute humanitarian needs in Gaza, Syria and Sudan

United Nations Press Briefing · January 15, 2026
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The UN reported severe winter damage in Gaza, cash assistance by UNICEF to more than 280,000 people, displacement in Syria and widespread hunger in Sudan, calling for unrestricted aid access and urgent supplies.

United Nations spokesperson Farhan on Thursday described urgent humanitarian needs across Gaza, Syria and Sudan and outlined recent UN and partner assistance.

Farhan said thousands in Gaza remain affected by recent winter storms, with 'more than 3,000 people exposed to severe weather' after tents and makeshift shelters were blown away and 'more than 60 inhabited buildings' at risk of collapse. He said heavy equipment, fuel and…

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