Israel mobilized 300,000 reservists amid signs that it could be preparing for a major ground invasion of Gaza, and it bombed hundreds of sites, including mosques and a marketplace.
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Hundreds of Libya Flood Victims Buried in Mass Graves
Thousands remain missing following the devastating flood in the country’s northeast. Health officials fear the window to recover them alive is closing.
How to Help Victims of the Earthquake in Morocco
Here’s how to contribute to organizations that are aiding the rescue and recovery efforts in Morocco.
Earthquake Survivors’ Desperately Hunt for Shelter
For now, the Turkish government is relying on short-term solutions to house an estimated one million who are crowding into gyms, hotels and dormitories. A cruise ship is set to arrive to house thousands.
Week After Turkey-Syria Earthquake, Relief Efforts Are Stymied
A week after a powerful quake struck Turkey and Syria, the combined death toll surpassed 35,000. With more than a million homeless in Turkey alone, there is a desperate need for temporary housing.
One Week After Turkey-Syria Earthquake, Relief Efforts Stymied
A week after a powerful quake struck Turkey and Syria, the combined death toll surpassed 35,000. With more than a million homeless in Turkey alone, there is a desperate need for temporary housing.
How to Help Earthquake Victims in Turkey and Syria
Here’s how to contribute to organizations that are aiding the rescue and recovery efforts in Turkey and Syria.
Turks in London wait for word from their relatives after the quake.
After the devastating earthquake in Turkey, members of the Turkish diaspora in Britain tried contacting relatives and organized campaigns to raise money for rescue efforts.
Drought Study on Madagascar Underlines Complexity of Climate
Low rainfall has caused a humanitarian crisis in Madagascar, but common assumptions about drought didn’t hold up to scrutiny.
As Need in Afghanistan Grows Dire, Aid Groups Plead for Help
Health clinics are closing. Temperatures are dipping. Prices are rising. Food and money are scarce. A calamity looms, humanitarian groups warn.