Frightening statement from the UN: the number increased to 360 million
Guterres spoke at the session held at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Noting that the number of forcibly displaced people has reached 110 million, Guterres stressed that 260 million people face severe food insecurity and hunger.
“THE MOST VULNERABLE…”
Guterres stated that the main reason for this is unresolved conflicts and newly started wars. he said.
“UNACCEPTABLE”
Noting that civilians had to pay an “unacceptable” price for violations of international law by the parties to the conflict, Guterres said: “The global humanitarian crisis is proof that we cannot act collectively against the most serious problems of our time”. he used the phrases.
WE REACHED 360 MILLION
“The number of people in need of humanitarian assistance around the world has reached 360 million, an increase of 30 percent compared to last year,” Guterres said. saying. (AA)