Announced earlier this week, the agency's Global Appeal comes amid escalating humanitarian crises, as conflict, persecution and the growing impacts of climate change continue to force millions from their homes. Of crises without end," High Commissioner Filippo Grandi said, emphasising the scale of the challenges in a foreword accompanying the appeal. Fully funded, the appeal aims to support more than 139 million refugees and other vulnerable groups in some 136 countries and territories. The appeal also goes beyond immediate assistance, calling for sustainable approaches that integrate displaced individuals into local and national systems. Afghanistan remains the top country of origin for the region's displaced, where over nine million forcibly displaced are located.

Source: Ethiopian News November 22, 2024 10:12 UTC