Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The United Nations office in Ukraine announced that its partners are seeking $358.4 million to provide heating, shelter repairs, health care, protection, and food and cash assistance during the upcoming winter. Support will focus on people living near the frontline, newly displaced individuals, those affected by attacks on civilian infrastructure, and vulnerable groups at increased risk, according to Matthias Schmale, humanitarian coordinator for Ukraine. He emphasized preparations to reach people before winter, noting the severe impact of energy attacks last winter that left families without heating and electricity for extended periods.
In Sudan, at least 27 civilians were killed and dozens injured in two drone strikes likely launched by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia amid ongoing battles with government troops. One strike targeted a market in Ar Rahad, North Kordofan, and the other hit a vital water source in the Tina region of North Darfur. UNICEF highlighted the devastation, especially as markets are essential for family livelihoods. The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and RSF has resulted in at least 59,000 deaths and displaced approximately 14 million people. Widespread concerns exist about the city of El Obeid, frequently targeted by drone strikes and surrounded by RSF forces, due to its potential to become a site of extensive civilian casualties similar to El Fasher.
The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is described by the UN as the world's worst, with about 33.7 million people—64 percent of the population—requiring aid. Children are particularly vulnerable due to destroyed schools, homes, health facilities, water systems, and markets, according to UNICEF officials.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, at least 30 people were killed and dozens injured in attacks in the Beni territory between 13 and 19 July. The violence has forced at least six humanitarian organizations to suspend movements to affected areas, with insecurity continuing to impact humanitarian operations in the region.