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Gaza Aid: Where Does the Money Go When the Aid Never Arrives?

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Gaza Aid: Where Does the Money Go When the Aid Never Arrives? The Global Sumud Flotilla, Humanitarian Accountability, the Role of the UN and OIC, and the Urgent Need for Transparency By: Syed Ali Raza Every few months, the world witnesses a familiar scene. An international campaign is launched in the name of Gaza. Emotions are mobilised, donations are collected, millions of dollars are raised, and a humanitarian flotilla sets sail towards the besieged territory. Then, once again, the vessels are intercepted before reaching their destination. And the fundamental question remains: What actually reaches the people of Gaza? The people who desperately need food, medicine, clean water, shelter and medical assistance continue to face an extraordinary humanitarian crisis. The ships may attract international attention, but attention alone cannot feed a hungry child or provide medicine to a wounded patient. This is not an argument against humanitarian activism or the right to peaceful sol...
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THE WORLD IS PREPARING FOR THE UNEXPECTED

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THE WORLD IS PREPARING FOR THE UNEXPECTED Why Are Governments Across the Globe Asking Their Citizens to Store Essential Supplies for 3 to 10 Days? An international assessment of rising emergency preparedness, geopolitical uncertainty, energy security, cyber threats and the future of civilian protection. Introduction: A changing world and a new approach to security Across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, governments are increasingly encouraging citizens to prepare for emergencies by maintaining essential supplies of food, drinking water, medicines, batteries, communication equipment and other necessities. Recommendations vary from approximately 72 hours to seven or ten days, depending on the country and the nature of its guidance. At first glance, these instructions may appear to be ordinary disaster-management advice. However, their growing prominence reflects a broader transformation in how governments understand national security. The world is becoming increasingly interco...
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