Israeli air strikes on Beirut resume, leaving residents fearful and anxious
16 October 2024
Israeli air strikes on Beirut this morning, after a five-day pause, have left residents in fear and anxiety.
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News releases from 2024
All the latest breaking news, press releases and comment from ActionAid UK's media team.
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The Palestinian youth network shielding Gaza from unexploded ordnances
16 October 2024
The Palestinian youth network shielding Gaza from unexploded ordnances.
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Northern Gaza is being erased – global leaders must act now
15 October 2024
Northern Gaza is being erased – global leaders must act now to end Israel’s atrocities
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Displaced women in Lebanon forced to manage periods with black bags
9 October 2024
"Imagine having to manage your period with no period products, toilet paper or soap, and no chance of being able to wash yourself," said Sabine Abiaad, ActionAid’s Regional Campaigns Coordinator based in Beirut
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Women in Gaza on the devastating toll of 12 months of crisis
8 October 2024
For 12 months now, the world has failed the people of Gaza, says Riham Jafari, advocacy and communications coordinator at ActionAid Palestine
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ActionAid UK calls for a ceasefire and the release of the hostages
7 October 2024
One year on, we call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the release of the hostages, says ActionAid UK co-CEO Hannah Bond
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New ActionAid report highlights harrowing impact of war on Palestinian women and girls
2 October 2024
A new report from ActionAid highlights harrowing impact of war and violence on Palestinian women and girls, and calls for vital role of women-led organisations to be recognised
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ActionAid UK launches emergency fundraising appeal for Lebanon crisis
1 October 2024
In response to Lebanon's severe humanitarian crisis, ActionAid UK has launched an urgent fundraising appeal.
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Intense attacks on Beirut leave children and families in "extreme panic"
28 September 2024
After intense attacks on Beirut, Lebanon's humanitarian needs hit unprecedented levels, forcing thousands to evacuate.
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ActionAid welcomes PM's ceasefire call, warns words need stronger action
27 September 2024
ActionAid welcomes the Prime Minister’s calls for a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon, but warns that these words will ring hollow without stronger action.
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