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Waterπ§ is more than a basic need - it is essential for health, hygiene, and dignity.
Thanks to the EU, @IOMTurkiye helps ensure a reliable water supply for families affected by the earthquakes living in temporary accommodation, supporting their recovery and resilience.
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The EU is engaged to support & coordinate the global response to Ebola.
I co-chaired a meeting with @WHO @AfricaCDC & African Ministers and partners to align our response. Cooperation, humanitarian access & swift action are essential to save lives & strengthen health security.
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The lyceum in Mykhailo-Kotsiubynske was damaged in 2022 and rebuilt with EU & @FCA_global support so children could keep learning.
Last night, four Russian drones struck it again. Russia continues to target civilian infrastructure and put children's futures at risk.
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For many girls in Myanmar, the cost of sanitary pads can mean missing school.
With EU support, @UNICEF is providing reusable pads and hygiene education. π
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When floods washed away her school, 6-year-old Faiza thought she might never learn again.β£
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Today, she is back in class under a mango tree.β£
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Read Faiza's story: bit.ly/4vwYXto
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Following her visit to frontline Ebola response teams in DR Congo, @eu_echo Commissioner @hadjalahbib announced an additional β¬16.5 million in EU funding to strengthen diagnostics & surveillance, improve access to essential supplies & bolster support for healthcare workers. More: link.europa.eu/M9JydJ #EUSolidarity
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The EU & @UNICEF are scaling up the Ebola response in eastern DR Congo. Through eight @eu_echo humanitarian flights , over 100 tonnes of medicines, protective equipment, infection-control supplies and emergency tents have been delivered. @EvaUNICEF , @UNICEFKenya @EUinKenya @UEenRDC
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For 10-year-old Leen, returning home to northwest Syria meant going back to school and playing with friends.
But it also meant living with a hidden danger: landmines and unexploded ordnance left behind by years of conflict.
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When she was younger, Leen thought strange metal objects she found outside were toys.
With EU funding, @sardngo and @Welthungerhilfe are delivering child-friendly awareness sessions that teach children how to recognise explosive hazards and stay safe.
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"Now I feel more confident because I know what to do. If I ever see a strange object, I stay away and immediately tell an adult."
EU-funded mine risk education is helping children and communities in northwest Syria stay safe.
Full story: link.europa.eu/DNwxjQ
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πͺπΊ Do you know how the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism works?
When disasters strike, the EU helps coordinate emergency response efforts for countries in need.
Watch to see how it works in practice β¬οΈ
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From ruins to a vibrant safe haven! β¨
Look at these incredible BEFORE & AFTER photos of the Zahaltsi kindergarten.
Thanks to vital funding from the EU and repair work by @UNOPS_UEE, childrenβs laughter is finally filling these newly restored halls again! πππΊπ¦
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πͺπΊ The EU plays a key role in coordinating disaster response worldwide.
Through the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism, emergency assistance can be mobilised 24/7 to support any country in need.
But how does it work in practice?
Find out in our video πΉ
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When wildfires strike, every second counts.
Since 2022, the EU prepositioning initiative has scaled from 236 firefighters to 777 - strategically placed in high-risk areas, ready to deploy at a moment's notice.
Faster response.
Stronger capacity.
One European team.
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What does it take to make Europe better prepared for future crises?
150 randomly selected citizens from across the EU spent months discussing exactly that question.
Now it's your turn.
Join the debate and share your ideas π citizens.ec.europa.eu/onlineβ¦
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In May, Ukraine saw the highest number of drone attacks since Russiaβs full-scale invasion.
Behind every strike are families forced into shelters, children living in fear, and communities struggling to recover.
The EU stands with Ukraine.
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πΊοΈ Mapped: Philippines | 7.8 M earthquake and tsunami
We are closely monitoring the situation with our teams on the ground and EU-funded partners there.
The EU stands ready to help.
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What does it take to stay ahead of Europeβs growing wildfire threat? Our latest #EUSolidarityTalks at @UNIPIGR brought the question to the table.
π₯ The full recording is now online! Watch the key insights now: bit.ly/4wKLtfd
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