An EU humanitarian convoy, carrying over 134 tonnes of aid, is on its way from Dubai to #Gaza.
As needs are on the rise and delivery by land remains crucial, supplies such as shelter and healthcare items provided by 🇮🇪 & our humanitarian partners will reach Palestinians in need.
🌧️ On 26 and 27 February 2024, heavy rains caused flash flooding in central and northern #Malawi, resulting in extensive damage to infrastructure and housing.
More than 10,000 people were displaced due to the flooding, and are now sheltering in schools, churches and other safe locations.
To support the Malawi Red Cross Society - MRCS in providing aid to those affected by the floods, we contributed EUR 150,000 to the IFRC for disaster response.
💧 Today, on #WorldWaterDay, let's shed light on the reality faced by families like Eman's in #Gaza.
"I have to wait 2 hours to use the bathroom," she says. The struggle for basic needs, especially clean water and sanitation facilities, is a daily battle for thousands of displaced Palestinians.
🚰 Access to adequate sanitation is not just about comfort; it's about public health and dignity.
Conflict, violence and natural hazards have led to major humanitarian crises in the Great Lakes region of Africa.
To support people in need, we announced new humanitarian aid worth almost €70 million. 💪 Our commitment extends to crucial areas: combatting gender-based violence, bolstering Education in Emergencies, and fortifying disaster preparedness.
On March 8th, together with 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇳🇱 the Netherlands, 🇨🇾 the Republic of Cyprus, 🇦🇪 the United Arab Emirates, 🇬🇧 the United Kingdom, and 🇺🇸 the United States, we announced our intent to open a maritime corridor to deliver much-needed aid to Palestinians.
On February 6, 2023, devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquakes shook southeast #Türkiye and northwest #Syria. 🇹🇷 🇸🇾
⛑️ In the wake of the disaster, we swiftly stepped in, delivering emergency support and coordinating over 30 search and rescue teams and 7 medical teams on the ground.
We continue to stand in solidarity with those affected, providing humanitarian assistance to refugees and local communities. 💙
More than 3,000 Ukrainian patients have been transferred to receive specialised care in hospitals across Europe via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.
The patients have been transferred for treatment to hospitals in 22 European countries: 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇭🇷, 🇨🇿, 🇩🇰, 🇪🇪, 🇫🇮, 🇫🇷, 🇩🇪, 🇭🇺, 🇮🇪, 🇮🇹, 🇱🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇳🇱, 🇳🇴, 🇵🇱, 🇵🇹, 🇷🇴, 🇸🇮, 🇪🇸, and 🇸🇪.
This is true European solidarity in action.
Ukraine and its people can count on the EU's support for as long as necessary.
R to @EU_Commission: The #EUCivilProtection Mechanism was activated 64 times in 2023, stepping up its efforts to address emergencies across Europe and all over the world.
Despite the challenges, it is more important than ever to appreciate the strength of #EUSolidarity and the EU's joint response to emergencies.
Our gratitude knows no limits for all the heroes who were deployed to areas affected by natural hazards throughout 2023, responding to major wildfires, floods or earthquakes.
Their selfless dedication embodies the essence of solidarity – a solidarity shared by countries that offered immediate assistance where it was most needed through our #EUCivilProtection Mechanism.
This week, 2 EU humanitarian air bridge flights to 🇪🇬 will deliver 89 tonnes of cargo, including shelter, water and sanitation and health supplies, provided by 🇩🇪 & 🇫🇷.
Together with EU countries and our partners, we continue to ensure vital supplies reach Palestinians in need.
This week, we planned 4 EU humanitarian air bridge flights in aid of #Gaza transporting EU-owned stock, supplies from humanitarian partners and donation by 🇫🇷.
This brings the total of delivered aid to over 1,000 tonnes through 24 flights to support those in need in Gaza.
Due to increased seismic activity, we dispatched a technical mission to 🇮🇸 via the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism.
Experts from 🇫🇮🇩🇪🇮🇹 have joined forces with local authorities for stronger #DisasterPreparedness and response actions like high-capacity water pumping to cool down and divert the lava flows.
Following the impact of hurricane Otis on the west coast of Mexico, the EU will provide €1.3 million in humanitarian assistance to help address the most urgent needs of the affected population.
The funding will provide assistance to the most vulnerable, including shelter, water, sanitation and hygiene, as well as support for livelihoods and other basic needs.