UN Official Urges Action as Millions Face Hunger, Violence
James Swan, the UN’s top representative in Somalia, delivered a stark warning at a Security Council meeting: over 3.8 million people remain displaced in the East African nation amid relentless terrorist attacks, climate shocks, and disease outbreaks. 🔥
Al-Shabaab militants continue to wreak havoc, with Swan condemning their \"terrorist attacks with little regard for civilian life\" while extending condolences to victims’ families. Security forces are battling the group on multiple fronts, but progress remains fragile.
Climate Chaos Outpacing Aid Efforts 🌪️
Droughts and floods – intensified by climate change – are compounding Somalia’s crises. \"The impact of climate change is outpacing our ability to respond,\" Swan stressed, noting that only 24% of the $1.6 billion needed for 2024’s humanitarian plan has been funded.
Extreme weather isn’t the only threat: tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia over territorial disputes prompted Swan to call for \"peaceful resolution respecting sovereignty\" under international law. ⚖️
A Race Against Time ⏳
With displaced families lacking food, clean water, and healthcare, Swan urged global partners to fund \"longer-term resilience\" projects while addressing immediate needs. The message is clear: inaction risks catastrophic loss of life. 💔
