Foreign Aid News Monitoring

Global aid after Trump’s exit: How Europe can lead reform and head off Russia and China

Problem President Donald Trump’s decision this week to withdraw the US from 66 international organisations, including 31 UN agencies, will fundamentally weaken collective efforts to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals and advance climate action. …

Israel bans 37 international aid groups from Gaza

Israel’s decision to ban 37 international aid groups from the West Bank and Gaza will worsen already desperate conditions for more than 1 million Palestinian war victims, a group of nongovernmental organizations warned. The situation stems from Israel’s …

Israel bars some foreign aid workers from Gaza as NGOs face suspension

How the banning of 37 international aid organizations in Gaza is being felt by Palestinians

For 35-year-old Abdelkarim Al-Shawwa, aid is not supplementary. It is the line between hunger and survival. On Thursday, Israel announced it would revoke the licenses of 37 international non-governmental organizations operating in Gaza, alleging they …

US Pauses Foreign Aid to Somali Government Amid Fraud Allegations

A mother in Somalia waits to have her child vaccinated against hepatitis B in a file image. Carl De Souza/AFP via Getty Images The United States suspended all assistance programs for the Somali federal government Wednesday after reports surfaced …

2026 global health outlook: Experts warn of key challenges ahead

The landscape of global health is changing rapidly driven by numerous opportunities. However, the issues also exist. The medical experts have identified various challenges responsible for shaping the global health agenda. Global funding crisis The most …

‘Something is amiss’: Lindsey Graham sparks frenzy with head-turning proposal

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), among the most pro-Israel lawmakers in Congress, turned heads Saturday after announcing that he was drafting a proposal to terminate U.S. military aid to Israel, an announcement that sparked an online frenzy of speculation. “The …

Letter: Congress needs to assert its constitutional authority

To the Editor: Congress has until the end of January to pass a budget for FY2026. Let’s hope our elected officials will use that time wisely. First and foremost, they must reverse the damage caused by the cuts to foreign aid this year. An estimated 600,000 …

Symmonds: ‘Don’t depend on US to support what matters to us’

46 Barbados must recalibrate its global partnerships as a shift in US foreign policy threatens support for climate and renewable energy causes that are central to the nation’s interests, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kerrie Symmonds declared on Friday. …

Reserve assets exceeded €5 billion

This jump was due to revenues in favor of the Ministry of Finance, by €49.10 million. These include budgetary support provided by the French Development Agency (€45 million), loans and grants for investment projects (€3.15 million), and aid provided by the …

Bill Gates Warns of a Dark Trend In Depressing Annual Letter So Here’s a Little Deer Guy Absolutely Owning a Rhinoceros

Bill Gates released his annual letter on Friday and it was a bit disturbing. The Microsoft co-founder titled his letter “Optimism with Footnotes.” The footnotes are dark, to say the least. “Friends and colleagues often ask me how I stay optimistic in an …

Afghanistan-Pakistan Trade Falls 40% in 2025 After Border Closures: Report

Trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan dropped 40% in 2025 following prolonged border closures, sharply reducing exports, imports, and overall bilateral economic activity. The Taliban’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce has reported a significant drop in …

Analyzing Public Support for Ukraine’s Defense Efforts

In the evolving geopolitical landscape of the 21st century, the conflict in Ukraine has emerged as a pivotal event testing the resilience of democratic ideals against the forces of autocratic aggression. A recently published study by Rudolph, L., Haggerty, …

Over 50 Congolese refugees die in Burundi amid worsening humanitarian crisis, U.N. says

The U.N. refugee agency said 53 Congolese refugees have died in Burundi from cholera, malnutrition and related causes as tens of thousands flee violence. More than 50 Congolese refugees have died in Burundi, the World Health Organization told Reuters on …

The ABC was granted access to Afghanistan. This is what we saw

Four years after the Taliban's return to power security is no longer the defining issue in Afghanistan. Instead, one of the world's worst humanitarian crises is exacerbated by a series of overlapping disasters. It's a Thursday afternoon in …

New Briefs: January 11, 2026

January 10, 2026 // National People mourn outside Le Constellation bar in the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana in southwestern Switzerland Jan. 1, 2026, after a fire and explosion during a New Year’s Eve party. Around 40 people were killed and …

UN Chief to Trump: The U.S. is 'Legally Obligated' to Fund the 31 Agencies He Has Cut

Donald Trump doesn't believe in the international order as the victorious allies envisioned it following World War II.  The United States joined Britain and France (with a reluctant Soviet Union following along) to create an international system of …

Christians mark 1000 days of war in Sudan

Christian aid organisations are urging the UK government and the UN not to let Sudan be forgotten, as the country passes 1000 days of conflict. Violence and internal displacement have devastated the country since April 2023, when civil war broke out …

Hunger Hits Sudanese Women Hardest – UN

Women are disproportionately affected by the worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with most female-headed households now facing severe food shortages, the United Nations said on Friday. UN Women has previously warned that women and girls face heightened …

Trailer Released for Faith on the Front Lines: When Belief Becomes Public Action

“Defending dignity starts in the pulpit—but doesn’t end there.” See the trailer now at www.olumc.org/frontlines DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, its outreach ministry Dallas Responds, …

International Law Group Offers Emergency Immigration Consults for Somali Community in Minneapolis Amid ICE Enforcement

The Law Firm offers Zoom consultations on short notice, with weekend availability, and immediate legal guidance for Somali refugees facing heightened scrutiny. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. …

Inaugural ‘Hats on the Hill’ Veterans Advocacy Event Set for January 21 at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta

Veterans and supporters to gather at Liberty Plaza, Georgia State Capitol to advocate for key issues impacting Georgia’s Veterans community. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veterans, service members, families, …

Kate Hudson to Headline and Chelsea Handler to Host COSF’s Fourth Annual Aspen Snow Ball at the St. Regis Resort

The annual charity gala to be held March 21, 2026 will benefit the Children’s Oncology Support Fund ASPEN, CO, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Children’s Oncology Support Fund (COSF), founded by film producer and …

With TheraTrack Version 1.3, Sun Point Counseling Advances Its Mission to Make Progress Visible

LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sun Point Counseling announced the release of TheraTrack Version 1.3, the latest update to its internally developed clinical tracking platform designed to help make therapeutic …

Invisible University for Ukraine Convenes Winter School in Budapest on Pluralism, War, and the Global Public Sphere

BUDAPEST , HUNGARY, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a moment when Ukraine’s struggle is increasingly debated across global political, cultural, and academic arenas, the Invisible University for Ukraine (IUFU) brings together scholars, …

Richest 1% have blown through their fair share of carbon emissions for 2026 in just 10 days, says Oxfam

The richest 1% have exhausted their annual carbon budget – the amount of CO2 that can be emitted while staying within 1.5 degrees of warming - only ten days into the year, according to new analysis from Oxfam. The richest 0.1% already used up their carbon …

HandicapMD Empowers Patients With Faster, Clearer Access to Disability Parking Permit Evaluations

HandicapMD provides a clearer, clinician-led pathway for disability parking permit evaluations, helping patients and issuing agencies reduce delays & confusion. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD …

Guia Legal Group Offers Free Adjustment of Status Consultations

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guia Legal Group, formerly known as Marlene Markowitz Law Offices, P.A., has announced a special initiative to support the immigrant community throughout the month of January. The …

U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Joins National Faith Leaders at Being the Church One-Day Conference

Historic Washington, DC church convenes congregations nationwide for advocacy and civic engagement to address systemic poverty. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Walker Memorial Baptist Church, a historic …

SpecialNeedsUSA.com to Launch Platform Connecting Families With Specialized Schools

SpecialNeedsUSA.com to Launch Platform for Special Education and Autism Services WASHINGTON DC , VA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SpecialNeedsUSA.com to launch a national platform designed to connect families seeking …

National Core Indicators® State of the Workforce for IDD in 2024 REPORT RELEASE

Modest improvements for Direct Support Professionals show progress is possible, but also reinforce the need for sustained investment. CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) …

Sun Point Foundation Pushes for Greater Accountability in Mental Health Care With New Oversight Standards

Sun Point requires live observation, outcomes tracking, and systemic supervision for every therapist—because clients deserve accountability. LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era when "therapy" can mean …

Soul Housing Enters 2026 with New Leadership to Advance Dignity-Centered Care

Executive and program leadership alignment reinforces operational clarity and coordinated services, including intake and housing navigation LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building on a year of transition …

From University Instruction to Public Schools: Ivonne Luna’s Sustained Contributions to Music Education

Ivonne Luna Announces Ongoing Commitment to Student Support and Community Education Through Music CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ivonne Luna, an experienced music educator, continues her long-standing commitment to …

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Hosts 10th State of Health of Chicago on Jan. 21, 2026

Biennial Event - Eight Impact Leaders- Interactive Panel CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC) is hosting its biennial convening, “State of Health of Chicago,” on Jan. 21, …

January Is Stalking Awareness Month

Author Kathryn Caraway Uses Her Story to Shine a Light on a Misunderstood Crime RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- January is Stalking Awareness Month, and advocates warn that the legal system is becoming …

The Maddog Strong Foundation Hosts Second Annual 'One Saves Eight' Organ Donation Education Day

1/8 National Organ Donation Education Day NEW LENOX, IL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Maddog Strong Foundation proudly announces its second annual One Saves Eight Organ Donation Education Day, taking place on Thursday, …

Outpatient Treatment Orange County: How Asana Recovery Redefines Long-Term Recovery

Asana Recovery is redefining outpatient treatment in Orange County by integrating structure, purpose, and real-world opportunity into long-term recovery care. COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Outpatient …

The Fierce Urgency of Now: A Filmmaker Reflects on Journalism, Crisis, and the Cost of Delay

Director Oana Martisca shares her lived moments that shaped News Without a Newsroom and why local reporting remains a civic necessity. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new documentary, News Without a Newsroom, …