The evolving humanitarian situation in Lebanon and Iran

The evolving humanitarian situation in Lebanon and Iran

In this episode of IFRC News, we speak with IFRC Head of Delegation for Lebanon Ruben Romero and Deputy Head of Delegation in Tehran Rui Oliveira about the evolving humanitarian situation in Lebanon and Iran. They discuss the ongoing impact of conflict and displacement, the challenges communities face beyond the immediate crisis, the vital role of the Lebanese Red Cross and Iranian Red Crescent Society in supporting recovery, and why sustained humanitarian support is essential to help people rebuild their lives and strengthen their resilience for the future.

Earthquake response in the Philippines: Supporting communities after a devastating disaster

In this episode, we speak with IFRC Head of Delegation in the Philippines, Sanjeev Kafli, about the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck southern Mindanao on 8 June 2026. He shares insights into the impact on affected communities, the Philippine Red Cross emergency response, the urgent humanitarian needs on the ground, and the importance of sustained support to help families recover, rebuild their lives, and strengthen resilience for future disasters.

Community engagement is at the heart of the Ebola response in Mongwalu, DRC

In this episode of IFRC News, we speak with IFRC public health and emergencies expert Bronwyn Nichol about the situation on the ground, including ongoing response activities, community concerns, misinformation surrounding the outbreak, and the critical role of community engagement in building trust.

Three months after the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon and Iran, humanitarian needs remain urgent

Three months after the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon and Iran, international attention may be fading but humanitarian needs across the region remain urgent. In this episode of IFRC Weekly News, we look at the growing humanitarian concerns across both countries, including displacement, rising food insecurity, pressure on healthcare systems, disrupted medical supply chains, and the long-term consequences for children, families, and vulnerable patients.

Responding to Ebola in the DRC: Community action, outbreak risks, and the Red Cross response

In this episode, we examine the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the growing concerns around its spread to neighboring Uganda. IFRC public health and clinical care expert Laura Archer joins IFRC News to explain the scale of the outbreak, the challenges facing communities in Ituri province, and why rapid community engagement is critical in the absence of a vaccine or specific treatment for this strain of the virus. We also explore how Red Cross volunteers and local networks help detect cases early, combat misinformation, and support outbreak response efforts across borders.