Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Updated EU operational support to the Ebola response. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Ongoing EU humanitarian support to the Ebola outbreak. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 29/05/2026DIY RUTF. When funding and supply chains fail, aid workers are forced to resort to homemade versions of therapeutic food to treat malnutrition. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Can somebody please explain to me why people in faraway unaffected countries would deny the existence of an Ebola outbreak in DRC? What do they possibly have to gain from it? 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 20/05/2026"There is fire on the other side". Many at the DRC - Uganda border worried about further destabilization in North Kivu. People are prevented from leaving. Control changing frequently. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Just back from Bunagana (12 years later), one of the border crossing points between DR Congo and Uganda. As ever, life goes on despite everything. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 16/05/2026We want to build data centres on Mars but we can't address earthly conflicts that result in famines in Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, and Gaza before that? 031
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 15/05/2026The Ministry of Health in Uganda is about to confirm the outbreak of Ebola in Uganda too. This is currently classified as an imported case from the DRC; no local transmission has been confirmed in Uganda to date. A second close contact of the deceased is in isolation, also in Uganda. 100
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Ebola outbreak confirmed in DRC. An urgent regional coordination meeting is underway today with health authorities from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan, alongside WHO and global partners, to rapidly scale up cross-border surveillance, preparedness, and response efforts. Ituri and possibly North Kivu. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 15/05/2026The FRC is absolutely right. This is a disgrace. 'The international community must move beyond statements of concern and bring substantive diplomatic and economic pressure to bear on conflict actors and their backers.' 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Somalia deteriorating faster than forecasted - yet another country now at risk of famine. Poor Gu rains, Middle East conflict-linked price spikes, decreasing humanitarian aid is a lifeline, but reaching only 12% of those in need. 000
Reposted by Liam KellyEU in Emergencies @euinemergencies.ec.europa.eu · 12/05/2026What is #Hantavirus and how is the EU responding? ⤵️ Since Spain activated the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism, the EU has been coordinating repatriation flights, medical support and on-site expertise to support those affected and protect citizens. More: link.europa.eu/8FFND4 041
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Seasonal forecast for East Africa. After coming out of La Niña earlier this year, sea surface temperatures are warming, signaling the imminent return of El Niño. While a moderate El Niño is the most likely scenario, there is growing concern about a strong or even super El Niño. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Seasonal forecast for East Africa after coming out of a La Niña phase earlier this year, sea surface temperatures are warming significantly, signaling the imminent return of El Niño. While a moderate El Niño is the most likely scenario, there is growing concern about a strong or even super El Niño. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Insane figures for food insecurity and malnutrition in South Sudan. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 22/01/2026“Esta acción, que viola las obligaciones de Israel derivadas de la Convención sobre Prerrogativas e Inmunidades de Naciones Unidas, según la cual los Estados miembros deben proteger y respetar la inviolabilidad de sus instalaciones”. www.noticiasde.es/espana/la-un...noticiasde.esLa Unión Europea condena la destrucción de las instalaciones de la UNRWA en Jerusalén EsteRecuerda a Israel su obligación, en virtud de la CIJ, de "cooperar" con la ONU para "garantizar el respeto del derecho del pueblo palestino a la autodeterminación" BRUSELAS, 21 (EUROPA PRESS) La… 000
Reposted by Liam KellyEuropean Commission @ec.europa.eu · 22/01/2026As other donors retreat and humanitarian law faces unprecedented strain, the EU maintains its commitment: principled aid that reaches people in need, wherever they are. More info: link.europa.eu/YBDJKp 4389
Reposted by Liam KellyEuropean Commission @ec.europa.eu · 22/01/2026The EU stands firm as the leading global donor. As global crises leave 239 million people in crisis, we are providing €1.9 billion in humanitarian aid in 2026, including €557 million for Africa, €448 million for Gaza and the Middle East, and €145 million for Ukraine. ↓ 515740
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 21/01/2026Excellent context for today's humanitarian reset, in case not seen. blogs.lse.ac.uk/activism-inf...blogs.lse.ac.ukHumanitarian Resets Past and Present – where have we come from and where shall we go? - Activism Influence and ChangeHugo Slim looks at the history of ‘humanitarian resets’ – major overhauls of the system, often in response to changes in funding or political environment, or major system failures. This is my eighth… 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 21/01/2026It's amazing what you can get done without an internet connection. 000
Reposted by Liam KellyEuropean Commission @ec.europa.eu · 10/01/2026Today marks 80 years of the UN General Assembly. The mission: 🛡️ Uphold world peace and security ⚖️ Promote social progress & human rights 🌏 Tackle global issues, like climate change Back then, we chose dialogue over force. Today, we must do the same. 1021974
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 14/01/2026Almost total internet blackout in Uganda ahead of elections tomorrow. Expect radio silence. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 14/01/2026With four or five of Uganda's neighbours on this list, it doesn't bode well for peace, security, and refugees in the region. www.thenewhumanitarian.org/analysis/202...thenewhumanitarian.orgTen humanitarian crises that demand your attention nowGiven aid cuts, often scant media attention, and lack of political will, many of those affected by these crises receive little to no assistance. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 13/01/2026Perspectives sur la sécurité alimentaire en RDC. fews.net/fr/southern-...fews.netL’intensification des violences dans l’est du pays exacerbe l’insécurité alimentaireCette mise à jour sur la sécurité alimentaire fournit une analyse des conditions actuelles d'insécurité alimentaire aiguë, y compris tout changement par rapport à la dernière projection de FEWS NET… 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 12/01/2026'If conflict escalates to levels similar to or worse than early 2025, and the delivery of food assistance is restricted or prevented by the presence of armed actors, then Famine (IPC Phase 5) would likely occur.' fews.net/east-africa/...fews.netConflict disrupts humanitarian access, sustaining Emergency and risk of Famine in NasirThis Food Security Outlook Update provides an analysis of current acute food insecurity conditions, including any changes to FEWS NET's latest projection of acute food insecurity outcomes in South… 000
Reposted by Liam KellyThe New Humanitarian @newhumanitarian.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Start your week in the know. Read The Cheat Sheet, our editors’ weekly briefing on the humanitarian stories, trends, and developments shaping the world.buff.lyVenezuela’s vassal status, Iran’s protests, and US exits 66 international orgs: The Cheat SheetA weekly read to keep you in the loop on humanitarian issues. 011
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 12/01/2026The sum of extreme cruelty, atrocities, and political failure. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 11/01/2026More suffering for Congolese civilians. www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfe...aljazeera.comThousands of refugees fleeing DR Congo arrive at Burundi campsTens of thousands of people have crossed into Burundi to escape violence in the eastern DRC. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 10/01/2026After 20 years? There has not been and will not be a military solution. apnews.com/article/soma...apnews.comSomalia's fight against extremist militants shows signs of success on the streets of MogadishuMogadishu’s first line of defense against the next militant attack on Somalia’s capital ranges from machine gunners in pick-up trucks to young men in plainclothes manning checkpoints. 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Killing children with drones. What happened to our humanity? www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comSudan civil war: Children among 13 killed after drone hits home in el-Obeid city, medics sayAt least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 09/01/2026'Fierce fighting and global funding cuts have pushed more than 33 million people towards starvation.' www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/...aljazeera.comSudan in need of urgent aid as it marks 1,000 days of war: NGOsFierce fighting and global funding cuts have pushed more than 33 million people towards starvation. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 08/01/2026'The conflict has triggered what the United Nations has described as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, with both the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces accused of war crimes.' www.africanews.com/2026/01/05/s...africanews.comSudan: tens of thousands displaced by latest front in civil war | AfricanewsAs the civil war rages on in Sudan, tens of thousands of people have been displaced by the latest front in the conflict between the Sudanese Army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 07/01/2026The horrific consequences of endless war and no accountability. www.africanews.com/2026/01/05/u...africanews.comUNICEF warns of alarming rise in sexual violence against children in Eastern DRC | AfricanewsUNICEF is warning that sexual violence against children has reached alarming levels at the Rhoo displacement camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as prolonged conflict and insecurity… 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 05/01/2026And of course, fighting continues. www.africanews.com/2026/01/04/r...africanews.comRenewed fighting near Uvira raises tensions in Eastern DR Congo | AfricanewsRenewed tensions are flaring in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with fresh fighting reported around the city of Uvira in South Kivu province. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 23/12/2025'La pandemia de coronavirus supuso un parón en esta tendencia positiva, pero en África subsahariana los retrocesos comenzaron antes y, en general, la región ha avanzado poco o nada en la reducción de la pobreza infantil desde 2014.' elpais.com/planeta-futu...elpais.comUno de cada cinco niños del mundo sigue siendo pobreUnicef advierte en un informe anual de que más menores corren el riesgo de caer en la pobreza debido a los recortes mundiales en cooperación, los conflictos crecientes y el cambio climático 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 22/12/2025This is what the world's largest humanitarian crisis looks like. 025
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 21/12/2025War without limits. www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/12...aljazeera.comDrone attacks kill over 100 civilians across war-torn Sudan’s KordofanFighting intensifies as humanitarian crisis deepens with cholera outbreak and mass displacement. 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 24/09/2025Les combats ont repris. www.rfi.fr/fr/afrique/2...rfi.frRDC: reprise des hostilités dans une cité minière du Sud-kivu, malgré les négociations à DohaEn République démocratique du Congo (RDC), les combats ont repris dans l’est du pays. Les FARDC affrontent les combattants de l'AFC-M23, sur plusieurs fronts. Dimanche 21 septembre, les rebelles ont… 010
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 23/09/2025''Both sides in Sudan's war have repeatedly denied deliberately attacking civilians.'' Yet civilians are repeatedly attacked. www.reuters.com/world/africa...reuters.com 000
Liam Kelly @liamseankelly.bsky.social · 21/09/2025Strange not to mention the human cost, for example in terms of lives lost. www.politico.eu/article/clim...politico.euClimate change is burning a €43B hole in Europe’s pocketGlobal warming is making droughts, fires and floods more likely. 020
Reposted by Liam KellyEuropean Commission @ec.europa.eu · 21/09/2025Peace starts with us. The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity. Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission. Today and every day. #PeaceDay 11364124
