The uncertain weather in Pakistan have killed two people

PAKISTAN, May 2, 2023 – At least two people died, while two others were injured due to a lightning strike in Khuzdar area, Aranji, Balochistan.

A few houses have experienced partial damage to their boundary walls.

In addition, an earthquake with a magnitude 4.5 and a depth of 54 kilometers has hit Balochistan.

The earthquake tremors were also felt in Basima, Shamsi, Damag, Kharan and Khuzdar, while the areas of Kech, Panjgoor, Washuk, Khuzdar, Mastung, Surab and Lasbella experienced heavy rain.

While in Turbat city, it was hit by flood, but the situation is currently under control.

Balochistan province is expected to experience rain, thunderstorms, and hailstorm from 27^th April to 3^rd May. The heavy rain is expected to cause flash floods.

The forecasted weather conditions may lead to infrastructure and standing crops damaged in Balochistan.

Islamic Relief in Pakistan is currently monitoring the situation and will share the latest updates from time to time.

Islamic Relief Malaysia distributed bubur lambuk in conjunction with Ramadan

BANGI, April 6^th, 2023 – Islamic Relief Malaysia has distributed 210 Ramadan porridges, 100 packs of dates, and Rezeki Ramadan campaign leaflets to the public community around Bangi Sentral, Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor.

The objective of this program is to publicize and expand the announcement related to the campaigns and activities carried out during the month of Ramadan.

“In addition to actively conducting welfare programs to help the vulnerable, Islamic Relief Malaysia also feels the importance of establishing direct contact and interaction with the public community in an effort to disseminate information on the humanitarian work that is being carried out,” said Mohd Shukor Tahir, Chief Executive Officer of Islamic Relief Malaysia.

He added that this approach is also depicted as a room for Islamic Relief Malaysia staff to get acquainted and bond with the owners of the premises in the neighborhood while inviting them to participate in social responsibility work.

Hopefully, the implementation of the Rezeki Ramadan campaign and other campaigns organized by Islamic Relief Malaysia will continue to gain greater outreach and recognition as well as have the support of various parties so that the mission to help the needy can be further expanded.

Hundreds of Syrian refugee tents have been damaged by heavy rain

IDLIB, March 30, 2023 – At least 514 tents have been damaged, and 1,044 were partially damaged due to heavy rains in Idlib, Syria which affected 33,742 people in 74 refugee camps.

The biggest impact is some of the camps had just been built and were inhabited by those affected by the earthquake that hit the country recently.

Roads in most camps became muddy and impassable.

The urgent needs that have been identified are blankets, mattresses, plastic sheets, tents, and food.

Currently, Islamic Relief has planned to distribute mattresses, plastic sheets, and heating materials to help 200 affected people.

At least 20 dead from flash flood in Somalia

SOMALIA, March 30, 2023 – At least 20 people have been killed and 8,000 have been displaced due to a flash flood in Bardhere, Gedo, Somalia.

Farmlands, shelters, and residents’ property have been destroyed.

Currently, people who lost their homes are living in makeshift shelters on higher ground, but they are facing excessive crowding, lack of water resources, and sanitation.

If this situation continues, there is a high risk of the outbreak of water-borne diseases such as diarrhea.

The urgent needs that have been identified are non-food items, trucks to supply clean water, and shelter for 5,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs).

Islamic Relief is planning to give cash assistance as an immediate response to those affected.

Human rights for all Palestinians

Life in Gaza is a constant struggle for the approximately 2.1 million people who call it home. One of the most densely populated places on Earth, the small strip of land has been described as an “open-air prison”.

Its people have lived under a land, sea and air blockade imposed by Israel since 2007. The blockade hampers every aspect of life, from job opportunities to medical treatment, and the situation has only worsened during the Covid-19 pandemic.

More than 70% of Gaza’s population is unemployed, while 80% are reliant on external aid to survive. More than a quarter of families live in homes that are hazardous to their health.

A generation of young people has been psychologically scarred by prolonged conflict and the blockade. Some children cannot sleep because of nightmares and many young people have said they feel like they have no hope for the future.

In March 2021, an escalation in the conflict brought devastation to Gaza and placed an enormous burden on services that were already stretched to their limit. More than 250 people were killed and nearly 2,000 injured, some of whom will require lifelong care.

Rockets destroyed 300 buildings, including more than 1,100 housing units. Thousands more homes were damaged, as were several hospitals and primary care centres.

Islamic Relief has been working in the Occupied Palestinian Territory since 1997, responding to emergencies as well as implementing longer-term projects such as helping more than 2,000 Gaza residents to set up their own businesses or pursue an education.

Among other projects, we have provided clean drinking water to more than 1 million people in schools and health facilities, and repaired and restored over 1,500 homes.

As Islamic Relief and other agencies work to support the people of the Occupied Palestinian Territory, the Israeli authorities are increasingly pursuing different means to intimidate some humanitarian organisations that support Palestinian rights.

In October 2021, six Palestinian civil society organisations were designated as terrorist groups by Israel, in what was the latest move in an ongoing campaign to undermine human rights defenders and restrict the space for their legitimate activities.

Gaza deserves to prosper

In impossibly difficult circumstances, the people of Gaza have shown great resilience, but their dreams continue to be thwarted by the reality of the blockade.

We call for an end to the Israeli occupation and a lasting solution that is rooted in international law and justice, enabling all people in the region to live in peace and safety.

The blockade represents collective punishment of the people of Gaza and must be lifted immediately in line with UN Security Council resolution 1860.

We urge the UN Security Council to pass a new resolution that demands an immediate end to attacks on civilians in the Occupied Palestine Territory and Israel, addresses the injustice and inequality that are at the heart of the situation and calls for an end to the Israeli occupation.

Gaza deserves to prosper and its people deserve to fully enjoy their human rights.

For 25 years, the generosity of our donors has made it possible for Islamic Relief to support vulnerable people in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Help us continue our vital work. Donate now.

At least 19 dead from earthquake in Pakistan and Afghanistan

PAKISTAN, March 24, 2023 – At least 19 people have been killed and more than 200 injured due to an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 with 120 kilometres in depth which struck large parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The incident has damaged buildings, while the main road has been blocked due to landslides.

The tremors were also felt in India, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan and Turkmenistan.

Telecommunication lines in both countries were also affected.

Residents in one of Pakistan residential block have been evacuated, because a huge crack appeared in the building.

The death toll is expected to rise as search and rescue operations are still ongoing.

Islamic Relief staff in Pakistan and Afghanistan are reported safe.

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