The world has retreated from humanitarian aid—but violence, hunger and climate threats haven't slowed down. We must not forget about the people for whom crisis is a daily reality. This is our 2026 Emergency Watchlist: www.rescue.org/watchlist2026

“We have not seen many people leaving, and that is the main worry that we have now. A trickle of people here and there are coming through, but that is it.” The IRC's Arjan Hehenkamp on the crisis in El Fasher, Darfur in @newhumanitarian.bsky.social: www.thenewhumanitarian.org/news-feature...

"Tawila is at breaking point. Without a significant scale-up in humanitarian assistance, the suffering here will deepen." IRC Darfur Crisis Lead Arjan Hehenkamp warns of a crisis in Tawila, Sudan as thousands flee violence in El Fasher. More in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

As a months-long blockade by armed groups is finally lifted, the IRC is responding to huge needs in Léré, northern Mali. Food insecurity driven by the restrictions was exacerbated by severe flooding last year. The IRC is currently the only NGO operating in the area. www.rescue.org/press-releas...

BREAKING: The IPC has confirmed that famine is now a deadly reality in Gaza City, with all three thresholds—catastrophic hunger, acute malnutrition, and mass death—officially surpassed. Immediate action is not just necessary—it is a moral imperative. www.rescue.org/press-releas...

Right now, Sudan has more people living in famine conditions than the rest of the world combined. Without an immediate cease to hostilities and a rapid and coordinated response, countless more lives will be lost. Read our full response to the latest IPC alert: www.rescue.org/press-releas...

JOINT STATEMENT: The EU's new 'safe country' proposals appear to be part of a broader strategy to externalise the EU’s migration management. With 52 NGOs, we're calling on the EU and member states to reject any attempts to weaken protection for asylum seekers. → www.rescue.org/eu/resource/...

This #WorldRefugeeDay and beyond, we stand with refugees and all forcibly displaced people around the world. 💛

URGENT: We are gravely concerned by the alarming resurgence of cholera in Khartoum State and across Sudan, as the country continues to reel from what is already a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. More on the situation and how we're stepping up our response: www.rescue.org/press-releas...

At the #EHF2025, Commissioner @hadjalahbib.bsky.social committed to a new EU fragility strategy by early 2026. In our latest report, we outline how to prioritise people-centred responses and the most vulnerable communities, and to drive progress on aid delivery, particularly with local responders.

"To maintain progress with fewer resources, the aid system must prioritise its work on where it is most needed and can be most impactful." Read our new report on a new era for aid: www.rescue.org/press-releas...

Two years ago, war broke out in Sudan. In the time since, it has spiraled into the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Now, there is no excuse for inaction. Here’s how the world can help break the cycle that millions of Sudanese are trapped in: www.rescue.org/report/cost-...

As international leaders gather for the 9th Brussels Conference on Syria, we're calling for bold and decisive action to address the urgent humanitarian and early recovery needs of Syrians. Learn more: www.rescue.org/press-releas...

Sudan is facing the largest humanitarian crisis ever recorded. At today's Sudan SOM in Brussels, Eatizaz Yousif - IRC's Sudan Country Director - explained why it's so vital that funding reaches local responders at the forefront of the humanitarian response. Our press release: t.co/faaeuMtbuD

Around the world, women are rising, rebuilding and creating change in the face of conflict, loss and displacement. This #InternationalWomensDay, join us in celebrating women around the world who are breaking barriers, shattering limitations and changing the odds for generations to come. 👇

The decision to terminate thousands of awards from USAID and the State Department will have a massive impact on clients of the IRC. “These programs are not just numbers on a spreadsheet; they represent real lives and real futures.” www.rescue.org/press-releas...

🚨 The next MFF negotiations are approaching! 🚨 If the EU wants to stay a global leader in international cooperation (and we've got great reasons why it should 😉), it must commit to a strong, predictable, and well-funded development budget 💶🌍 How? We've got recommendations 👇 🔗 bit.ly/3EkROqT

As winter conditions intensify across the Middle East, families in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria are struggling to survive. Heavy rains, plummeting temperatures and widespread destruction from hostilities have left millions dangerously exposed. Here are some of their stories. 👇

This week, we published the 2025 edition of the IRC's Emergency Watchlist. Sudan, the occupied Palestinian territory and Myanmar top the list of countries most at risk of new or worsening emergencies, and the report outlines four driving forces behind #humanitarian needs & six priorities for action.

In this piece for @politico.eu, David Miliband makes the case for continued, resourced EU engagement in the most #fragile and conflict-affected settings, and outlines different ways for the @ec.europa.eu to achieve effective humanitarian and development outcomes, with and beyond the #GlobalGateway.

Last week, we published a new report on responding to the specific needs of the countries and communities at the intersection of #climate & #conflict vulnerability. As #COP29 negotiations are ongoing, it is crucial for leaders to drive climate finance where it is most needed. Read the report here: