Haiti: Earthquake leaves mounting death toll, injuries and extensive damage

Four days after a devastating 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit south-western Haiti, the level of destruction and desperation is becoming increasingly evident, the United Nations said on Wednesday, noting that the death toll has surged to nearly 2,000.

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Afghanistan: Aid efforts rapidly expand as post-quake death toll rises

08 Oct 2023

The death toll from the major earthquake that pummelled western Afghanistan soared to more than 2,000 overnight as rescue operations continued to fan out over affected villages, UN agencies said on Sunday.

UN teams ramp up aid after another earthquake strikes Afghanistan

11 Oct 2023

UN teams have stepped up their response after another strong earthquake struck western Afghanistan early on Wednesday, just days after powerful earthquakes killed over 2,000 people in the same region.

FROM THE FIELD: Bringing aid to Haiti, a country at breaking point

04 Sep 2021

Humanitarian workers supporting relief efforts in Haiti following the devastation caused by a 7.2-magnitude earthquake, are contending with widespread insecurity, including gang violence, as well as logistical challenges, as they try to reach hundreds of thousands of vulnerable people.