Olive trees: A symbol and a lifeline for Palestinians
Olive trees and their fruit are central not only to the everyday lives of Palestinians, but also as a symbol of Palestinian resistance and resilience. Here, we break down the significance of the olive tree to Palestinians. A deeply rooted history Olive trees are among the oldest cultivated trees on Earth. With an average lifespan [...]
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On Nakba Day what does ‘home’ mean to Palestinians?
As the world marks the 78th anniversary of Nakba Day, four humanitarian workers from Islamic Relief Palestine share what ‘home’ means to them. A memory suspended between what once was but is no longer For me, ‘home’ is no longer just walls and a roof. It has become a memory suspended between what once was [...]
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Nakba Day and its significance to Palestinians
May 15 is Nakba Day, an annual day of commemoration that continues to hold additional meaning this year as Palestinians endure mass displacement, occupation and crippling hunger. Here, we look at the origins and significance of the day.  What is Nakba Day? Nakba Day is commemorated annually on May 15. It marks the beginning of [...]
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Humanitarian needs in Lebanon remain critical
BEIRUT, 28 April 2026 — Lebanon continues to face a worsening humanitarian situation as displacement remains widespread and essential services struggle to keep pace with growing needs across the country. Despite limited return movements recorded since mid-April, displacement remains prolonged and unstable. Many families are unable to return home permanently and instead make short visits [...]
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Surviving Lebanon’s deadliest hour
Sana Basim, Head of Programmes for Islamic Relief Lebanon looks back on the country’s ‘Black Wednesday’ – the deadliest day of bombing in many years. Lebanon carries many dates etched into its memory, days of loss, pain, and survival. But 8 April will remain one of the ugliest scars, a date marked by inhumanity, injustice, [...]
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Floods devastate communities in Chikwawa, Malawi following days of heavy rain
MALAWI, 1 April 2026 - Continuous heavy rains between 15 and 19 March have since triggered widespread flooding across multiple districts, with Chikwawa District among the hardest hit. In Chikwawa, rising water levels in the Shire and Mwanza rivers have led to loss of lives, displacement of families, destruction of homes, and disruption of key [...]
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