World Jul 23 More than 100 aid groups sign open letter warning of starvation in Gaza By Wafaa Shurafa, Tia Goldenberg, Associated Press
World Feb 24 As fighting worsens in Mosul, aid groups struggle to help those who choose to stay Aid groups are discovering that many Iraqis want to stay in their homes, rather than venturing to temporary camps. “We’re not able to get into western Mosul, but we can only predict that the situation there remains dire," said Su’ad… By Larisa Epatko
World Dec 27 Watch 6:27 Aleppo’s survivors face a grim, uncertain future Last week, the Syrian government declared that it had retaken full control of Aleppo from rebel forces. But this success came at a high cost: survivors have lost their homes and family members, and many have been severely wounded. Their… By PBS News Hour
World Apr 25 Here’s how one group is helping speed up rebuilding in Nepal A Colorado nonprofit is helping the people of Nepal build structures that can withstand what Mother Nature slings their way. By Larisa Epatko
World Feb 09 Students Learn a Trade in Afghanistan Hotspot Mercy Corps is working in southern Afghanistan to connect craftsmen with their countrymen and women so they can make a living and better their lives. By Larisa Epatko
Mar 25 Watch North Korea, Normally Coping With Chronic Hunger, Faces Massive Food Shortage A UN report said more than 6 million people in North Korea urgently need food aid. Continue watching
Jul 26 Watch Humanitarian Aid Efforts in Lebanon Continue on Slow Path International agencies are providing relief aid to the estimated 700,000 Lebanese civilians displaced by the recent crisis. Israel opened four humanitarian corridors into Lebanon on Tuesday for relief agencies to provide food and medicine to those in need. Continue watching