Hugo Reichenberger

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"Behind every statistic is a life." From refugee to High Commissioner for Refugees, @BarhamSalih's message to the world. via @UN_News_Centre

Today, UNHCR & @UnicefLibya signed a Letter of Understanding, strengthening joint efforts to support #refugee #children, their families & host communities. W/ Libyan authorities, the partnership will expand access to protection & essential services for those who need it most.

Reminder: Civilians are not a target.

The scale of human suffering in #Lebanon is deepening as hostilities continue. Families are displaced, services disrupted, and children increasingly affected. Latest Flash Update ⬇️ tinyurl.com/mwjjxmhw

New tools: Strengthening the protection of human rights defenders with diplomatic guidelines. ISHR is launching two new interactive tools to strengthen diplomatic initiatives to support human rights defenders: one is designed for diplomats and the other one for defenders. ow.ly/im0650Yv9Tq

Productive consultations with partners in Paris on how we can jointly respond to rising humanitarian pressures, with refugee protection and sustainable responses firmly on the agenda👇 Merci, @francediplo_EN, @Interieur_Gouv, @FranceONUGeneve, @AFD_en 🇫🇷

🇺🇳🇯🇵Amb. Oike and AHC Menikdiwela co-chaired an informal briefing of the Global Compact on Refugees marking the launch of the outcome document of the #GRF Progress Review 2025. Participants shared reflections, discussed pledge implementation, and explored next steps toward.

After fleeing the conflict in Sudan and arriving in South Sudan alone, Adam Mohammad built a cinema for his community. As @TheAcademy Awards celebrate the biggest films in the world, he’s bringing the magic of movies to children who need it most. 🎬 #Oscars

In Iran updated estimates from authorities indicated 600,000 to 1 million households leaving homes to seek safety - hoping this is temporary. An average family size of 3.2 people equals up to 3.2 million individuals now displaced inside the country. Our update with @BenInLDN

Overnight strikes across the #Kyiv Region reportedly caused over a dozen civilian casualties. Homes, schools and critical civilian infrastructure were damaged, causing emergency power outages. Civilians and civilian infrastructure are protected by IHL. The attacks must stop.

The @UN has just launched a Flash Humanitarian Appeal of USD $308.3 million to support the people of Lebanon. Amid the terrible toll the military escalation is taking across the region, the world must show the people of Lebanon our strongest support. reliefweb.int/report/lebanon…

The UN remains deeply concerned about the escalation along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border. Georgette Gagnon, Deputy Head of Mission in Afghanistan at UNAMA, briefed the press on the situation in the country.

How far has localisation really gone? 📄 Today we launch our new report on locally led humanitarian action. Progress exists, but power remains concentrated internationally. Decision-making still sits internationally, while local organisations remain sidelined - just as funding cuts threaten recent gains. The future of the humanitarian system must be locally led. 👉caritas.eu/progress-on-lo…

📢 Applications are open! 🇦🇹 supports the Specialisation Course on Climate, Peace and Security in Africa by @ACP_Schlaining. The course equips African practitioners with practical tools to address the climate–peace–security nexus. 📍Addis Ababa 🗓️31.05.-06.06. 📝Apply by 31.03

We've seen the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon intensify with alarming speed, and civilians again paying heavy price. I asked the Security Council for three actions:

A moment of grave peril for the Middle East and the wider world. The war is also squeezing our most vital aid routes and making it harder to reach people in need. Knock on effects dangerous for millions. My interview on @Reuters: reuters.com/world/middle-e…

Iran: Up to 3.2 million people have been temporarily displaced due to the military escalation. The UN Refugee Agency is adapting its existing operations, and emphasizing the need to protect civilians, maintain humanitarian access & ensure borders remain open. — via @Refugees

In Kaya 🇧🇫 I met women forced to flee violence, who’ve lost their homes, livelihoods & support networks. What stood out most was their resilience. Together they are rebuilding their lives, supporting each other & helping their communities recover. Their courage is extraordinary

600,000 to 1 million Iranian households are now temporarily displaced inside Iran as a result of the ongoing conflict - up to 3.2 million people says UNHCR's @AyakiIto_ unhcr.org/news/press-rel…

Very saddened by the killing of Karine Buisset, UNICEF staff member, in a reported drone attack in the DRC. My deepest condolences to her family, loved ones, and colleagues. Humanitarians risk their lives to save others. They must be protected, never targeted.