All of Jamaica’s financial defenses — insurance, bonds and credit lines — could be deployed to recover from Hurricane Melissa. Will it be enough?
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The Warnings Before the Hurricane
Island countries understood that a day like this would come.
U.N. Climate Adaptation Report Shows Declining Money for Climate Disasters
In 2021, rich countries vowed to spend more to help poor countries adapt to warming. That goal is unlikely to be met, a new report finds.
Small Island Nations Lack Funds to Fight Climate Disasters
As Hurricane Melissa threatens island nations across the Caribbean, many are already burdened by debt from a string of climate-fueled crises.
More Food Reaches Gaza, but It’s Still Not Enough
Aid to the devastated territory has increased since the cease-fire took effect and prices have fallen. But many trucks going into Gaza are bringing food and commercial goods to sell that most people cannot afford.
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Europe’s Persistence in Supporting Ukraine Is Bearing Fruit
European leaders want to build on President Trump’s sanctions on Russia with new commitments of financial and military support for Kyiv.
I.C.J. Tells Israel to Facilitate Aid to Gaza
The International Court of Justice said Israel must work with U.N. agencies, including UNRWA, the group for Palestinian refugees, which Israel has banned.
I.C.J. Tells Israel to Facilitate Aid to Gaza
The International Court of Justice said Israel should work with U.N. agencies, not hinder their relief efforts in Gaza. The court’s opinions are not legally binding but carry symbolic weight.
Trump Dangles $20 Billion Lifeline for Argentina, With Strings Attached
President Trump said the economic support is contingent on whether his political ally, President Javier Milei of Argentina, remains in power.