Jagan Chapagain
@jagan_chapagain
Secretary General and CEO, @IFRC (International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies)
The @IFRC is deeply concerned about the future of people living in and returning to Afghanistan, a country that is already facing multiple, overlapping crises. More than 2.6 million people have returned from Pakistan and Iran, according to UNHCR data, in less than 2 years -…
In Myanmar, the seasonal overlap of cyclones and monsoon rains have impacted an already dire humanitarian situation. With the rains, conditions are worsening dramatically for displaced communities still sleeping in the open or in makeshift structures. The @IFRC together with…
A Tribute to a great personality from my birth place - Prithbiman Gurung! I am deeply shocked by the news of the untimely demise of him. He was a committed leader who worked tirelessly for the betterment of the people. In this painful moment of grief, I offer my heartfelt…
The recent escalation of hostilities in southern Syria has displaced tens of thousands of people and created urgent humanitarian needs. The @IFRC and the Syrian Arab Red Crescent @SYRedCrescent are working hard to deliver emergency assistance to those affected. The IFRC is…
No child should waste away from hunger. No parent should face the heartbreak of watching their child starve, with no way to help. According to the latest UNICEF statistics, 90,000 children are in urgent need of treatment for malnutrition in Gaza. This is not just a crisis,…
Heavy rains from Typhoon #Wipha are hitting northern & central Viet Nam. Vietnam Red Cross Society is coordinating with authorities & preparing teams to respond. Flash flood & landslide risks remain high. @IFRC is closely supporting as the situation evolves.…
Huge thank you to volunteers and staff of the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society @BDRCS1 for responding swiftly following the tragic crash of an aircraft on a school in Dhaka, providing first aid, psychosocial support, restoring family links, managing crowds, and deploying a mobile…
Deeply concerned by this news from @WHO. We echo the urgent call from @DrTedros and stand in full solidarity with our @WHO colleagues. Humanitarian workers and health facilities must be protected.
.@WHO’s staff residence in Deir al Balah, #Gaza, was attacked three times today as well as its main warehouse. Israeli military entered the premises, forcing women and children to evacuate on foot toward Al-Mawasi amid active conflict. Male staff and family members were…
🚨Life-saving vaccination campaign in action! The Somali Red Crescent Society, Somali Ministry of Health and @IFRC have launched an emergency vaccination campaign in Puntland's Mudug region, reaching children under five and pregnant women to safeguard future generations.…
🚨 The @SYRedCrescent has dispatched a convoy to #Sweida, delivering much needed #humanitarian assistance to families and critical supplies to maintain essential services such as hospitals, bakeries, and access to drinking water. #SweidaAndDaraaResponse
In Myanmar, the @IFRC & @MyanmarRedCross are supporting recovery efforts. Following a CHF 100 million Emergency Appeal to help 100,000 people across five states, the @IFRC has provided food, health, cash assistance & other aid. But more support is needed.
No one should have to risk their life to get basic humanitarian assistance. Recent weeks have seen desperate people risking their lives just to receive basic aid in Gaza. The population is facing an acute risk of famine, with continuously worsening conditions. Basic food…
Today, on Mandela International Day, we pause to celebrate the extraordinary life of Madiba, a beacon of hope who transformed a nation and inspired the world with his unwavering commitment for peace and reconciliation. His courage in the face of adversity and his vision for a…
Afghanistan is an unseen crisis. In the month of June alone, over 260,000 people crossed through the Islam Qala border point, many arriving in a state of exhaustion and facing challenges related to food, water, and shelter. We must act now. bit.ly/4lHMi2E
We are deeply concerned by the recent escalation of violence in Syria. Teams from the Syrian Arab Red Crescent @SYRedCrescent are on the ground, delivering life-saving support to those affected. The IFRC stands in solidarity with @SYRedCrescent colleagues and echoes their…
Thank you, Foreign Minister @MalaysiaMFA, for the support and constructive dialogue with @intan_tunku, @MalaysianRC, and @ifrc. We look forward to deepening our cooperation on humanitarian issues.
Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Utama Hj Mohamad Bin Hj Hasan, held a discussion with National Chairperson of the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC), Her Highness Dato’ Seri DiRaja Tan Sri Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz binti Almarhum Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah today at Wisma Putra (1/5)
Deeply saddened by this devastating news from @ICRC. On behalf of the @IFRC, I would like to express our deepest condolences to those who lost their loved one. My thoughts and solidarity go to our @ICRC colleagues.
📍 Gaza | It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic killing of our colleague, Ziyad El Toum. We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him at @ICRC_ilot.