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‘No legal grounds for fees on international strait’, says IOM chief

IMO's Arsenio Dominguez says it’s not legal for countries to charge ships fees to use international straits.

Sep 23, 2026 · byAl Jazeera

Yemen - Displacement Caused by Escalation in the West Coast — Update #10 (22 September 2026)

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. IOM Yemen DTM continues to record the displacement caused by escalation in the west coast. On 21 September 2026, IOM Yemen DTM recorded the increase of 2,892 individual IDPs compared to the previous report , making the displacement between 1 August to 20 September reach an approximate of 131,274 individuals (approximately 21,879 households). This brings the cumulative number recorded to 132,330 individuals (22,055 households) since the escalation began in June 2026. The largest concentration of displaced people was reported in Ta’iz Governorate, hosting 74,790 individuals (57%), followed by Lahj Governorate, with 34,428 individuals (26%) and Aden Governorate, with 9,942 individuals (8%). Additional displacement was recorded in Al Hodeidah, with 8,244 individuals (6%); Abyan, with 3,324 individuals (3%); Hadramawt, with 1,008 individuals (less than 1%); and Ma’rib, with 594 individuals (less than 1%).

Sep 23, 2026 · byReliefWeb

oPt: Sites Exposed to Flood Risk | Gaza Flooding Risk Assessment: Phase One Outlook for Rainy Season 2026–27

Country: occupied Palestinian territory Sources: CCCM Cluster, International Organization for Migration, Shelter Cluster Please refer to the attached file. Ahead of the 2026 - 27 rainy season, the IOM Needs and Population Monitoring Programme, in collaboration with the Site Management Cluster (SMC) and Shelter Cluster, conducted a mapping-based assessment to identify displacement sites and populations at risk of flooding across the Gaza Strip. The assessment combines verified site-level information with the IOM–Acacia Water (2024) flood-risk classification to provide an evidence base for preparedness planning, contingency measures, and resource prioritization across Gaza's five governorates. This Phase One assessment covers all known displacement sites located within medium and high flood-risk areas, using Site Management Cluster data. Sites classified as low or no flood risk are not included in this analysis.

Sep 23, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Yemen - Displacement Caused by Escalation in the West Coast — Update #9 (21 September 2026)

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. IOM Yemen DTM continues to record the displacement caused by escalation in the west coast. On 20 September 2026, IOM Yemen DTM recorded the increase of 2,406 individual IDPs compared to the previous report , making the displacement between 1 August to 20 September reach an approximate of 128,382 individuals (approximately 21,397 households). This brings the cumulative number recorded to 129,438 individuals (21,573 households) since the escalation began in June 2026. The largest concentration of displaced people was reported in Ta’iz Governorate, hosting 73,494 individuals (57%), followed by Lahj Governorate, with 33,828 individuals (26%) and Aden Governorate, with 8,946 individuals (7%). Additional displacement was recorded in Al Hodeidah, with 8,244 individuals (6%); Abyan, with 3,324 individuals (3%); Hadramawt, with 1008 individuals (less than 1%); and Ma’rib, with 594 individuals (less than 1%).

Sep 22, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Yemen - Displacement Caused by Escalation in the West Coast — Update #8 (20 September 2026)

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. IOM Yemen DTM continues to record the displacement caused by escalation in the west coast. On 19 September 2026, IOM Yemen DTM recorded an increase of 6,954 individual IDPs compared to the previous report , making the displacement between 1 August to 19 September reach an approximate of 125,976 individuals (approximately 20,996 households). This brings the cumulative number recorded to 127,032 individuals (21,172 households) since the escalation began in June 2026. The largest concentration of displaced people was reported in Ta’iz Governorate, hosting 72,066 individuals (57%), followed by Lahj Governorate, with 33,660 individuals (26%). Additional displacement was recorded in Al Hodeidah, with 8,244 individuals (7%)2; Aden, with 8,220 individuals (6%); Abyan, with 3,324 individuals (3%); Hadramawt, with 960 individuals (less than 1%); and Ma’rib, with 558 individuals (less than 1%).

Sep 22, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Yemen - Displacement Caused by Escalation in the West Coast — Update #7 (19 September 2026)

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. IOM Yemen DTM continues to record the displacement caused by escalation in the west coast. Between 1 August and 18 September 2026, IOM Yemen DTM recorded the displacement of approximately of 119,022 individuals (approximately 19,837 households). This brings the cumulative number recorded to 120,078 individuals (20,013 households) since the escalation began in June 2026. The largest concentration of displaced people was reported in Ta’iz Governorate, hosting 68,832 individuals (57%), followed by Lahj Governorate, with 30,792 individuals (26%). Additional displacement was recorded in Al Hodeidah, with 8,244 individuals (7%); Aden, with 7,752 individuals (6%); Abyan, with 3,324 individuals (3%); Hadramawt, with 660 individuals (less than 1%); and Ma’rib, with 474 individuals (less than 1%).

Sep 22, 2026 · byReliefWeb

World: Criminal Networks Work Across Borders. So Must States, IOM Chief Tells UN

Country: World Source: International Organization for Migration New York / Geneva, 21 September 2026 – Smugglers and criminal networks operate across borders, exploiting gaps. Governments must respond the same way with solutions across the routes people travel. That is the message IOM Director General Amy Pope is bringing to the UN General Assembly this week. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling on states to address shared challenges and opportunities across entire migration routes, from where they leave to where they arrive. The aim is solutions that work for everyone. "Smugglers don't see borders. They see a route, and they run it like a business. They plan ahead, and they move to exploit gaps between countries." said DG Pope. "When countries work together, they can save lives, disrupt criminal networks, and manage their borders more effectively. That is one of the main topics we are putting on the table this week." This is in line with the Route-Based Approach, which involves identifying the challenges along key migration routes and making sure partners work together to address them effectively - from tackling root causes of irregular migration to disrupting smuggling networks to ensuring migrants' rights are protected along the whole route. Countries plan together and act at the same time. Each government retains full control of its own borders and laws, while sharing information, coordinating actions, and closing the gaps criminal networks seek to exploit. War, climate shocks and economic hardship are forcing millions of people from their homes. More than 83 million were living in internal displacement at the end of 2024, according to IOM's World Migration Report 2026. Many others cross several countries on one journey, and smugglers and traffickers exploit them along the way. Smuggling and trafficking are both billion-dollar businesses, and people pay with their lives. Nearly 8,000 people died or went missing on migration routes worldwide in 2025, according to IOM data. As of 15 September, arrivals in Europe by sea this year are down 39 per cent, yet at least 2,292 people have died or gone missing on the way, up from 1,999 at the same point last year. In July, IOM warned that hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked and forced to run online scams. IOM is calling on governments at the Assembly to focus on three practical areas: share information along their routes; expand more legal ways to work and travel, so fewer people turn to smugglers; and invest in people at home, with jobs and help after climate shocks, so leaving is a choice, not the only option. Well-managed migration also builds public trust, because people can see order, fairness and results. Business has a role to play too. Companies create jobs, and legal jobs offer a safer alternative to abusive journeys. IOM is working through the UN Network on Migration and with private-sector partners, local communities and faith groups along the key migration routes. As Member States call for a UN that delivers more effectively, IOM continues to contribute to UN80, the UN's reform effort to reduce duplication and focus on results. IOM is sharing services, data and innovation with other UN agencies to deliver just that. More than 93 per cent of its operational budget goes directly to field projects. "Every dollar has to work. Governments are right to ask that, and we hold ourselves to the same standard," said DG Pope. "But efficiency is not the only goal. People are at heart of this, making sure the resources entrusted to us reach the people who need them most." This year also marks IOM's 75th anniversary and 10 years as part of the UN system. Over the past decade, IOM has helped an average of 29.3 million people a year in 170 countries, by responding to crises and supporting recovery. For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre .

Sep 22, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Haiti: Violence and Displacement in the Commune of Kenscoff – SitRep #2

Country: Haiti Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached file. SITUATION OVERVIEW On the night of 23 to 24 August 2026, armed groups launched new attacks on several localities in the 3rd communal section of Sourcailles, in the commune of Kenscoff (Centre-Ville, Vilier, Tête de l’Eau and Morne Jean Jacques). According to the United Nations, these attacks left at least 47 people dead, including 22 people executed inside a church where they had taken refuge. Municipal authorities also report the abduction of 50 people, incidents of gender-based violence (GBV) and the destruction of several homes. UNICEF and local community partners secured the release of six abducted children and seven abducted women. According to IOM, 4,238 people, or 1,159 households, were displaced following the attacks. Host families sheltered 80 per cent of them, while the remaining 20 per cent are staying in six sites, four of which existed before these events and two newly opened in response to this new wave of displacement. These incidents confirm the continued deterioration of the security situation in Kenscoff, where similar violence had already displaced nearly 6,000 people in July 2026. The humanitarian community is putting in place a multisectoral response for affected and displaced populations.

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

New IOM Data: Nearly 130,000 displaced in Yemen due to escalating conflict

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Geneva/Aden, 21 September 2026 – The latest data from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) show that 129,438 people, or 21,573 households, have been displaced across seven governorates in Yemen as families flee escalating insecurity. "Nearly 130,000 people have been forced from their homes in just a few weeks. Many have already moved more than once to find safety," said Othman Belbeisi, IOM Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa. “The numbers keep climbing. On 18 September we recorded 118,086 displaced people. Three days later, the figure has risen by 11,352”. Today's update from IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) shows that Ta'iz Governorate hosts the most displaced people, with 73,494. Lahj follows with 33,828, then Aden with 8,946 and Al Hodeidah with 8,244. Abyan (3,324), Hadramawt (1,008) and Ma'rib (594) have also received new arrivals. Jabal Habashi in Ta'iz is hosting the highest number of displaced people, with over 23,000 recorded. Meanwhile Al Madaribah Wa Al Aarah in Lahj hosts nearly 21,500, Al Ma'afer in Ta'iz has more than 16,500, and over 12,300 people have sought safety in Ash Shamayatayn.” “These are families who have lost their homes and their income,” said Belbeisi. “They are arriving in towns that were already struggling. Host communities are sharing the little they have, but they cannot do it alone. We need support now, for the people who have fled and for those who are taking them in." Meanwhile, as of yesterday evening of 20 September, 3,106 had crossed the Red Sea from Yemen to Djibouti. IOM is providing urgent assistance to many of them and is appealing for greater support. Send emergency aid to families in need: Donate here For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre .

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

5 Million Sudanese Return Home to Broken Places, IOM Warns

Country: Sudan Source: International Organization for Migration Geneva, 21 September 2026 – More than 5.1 million people have returned to their areas of origin in Sudan, while 8.6 million remain displaced, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said today. Many are going back to a country still wracked by conflict, where damaged homes, schools and clinics cannot meet the needs. Without urgent support, families risk being uprooted again. New data from IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) records 5,145,165 returnees in 76 localities across nine states: four per cent more than last month. Another 8,583,274 people are still displaced in 185 localities across all 18 states. This is about one per cent lower than last month and 26 per cent below the peak of the crisis. Even with these new figures, Sudan still hosts one of the largest displaced populations in the world. "More than five million Sudanese have gone home. That says a lot about their courage and their hope," said IOM Director General Amy Pope. "But getting home is only the start. Many families are returning to homes that are damaged, schools that are closed and clinics that barely function. There are few livelihood opportunities. If we don't help them now, many will be forced to move again. We need to invest in these communities today, so people can rebuild their lives and stay." Most returnees, 82 per cent or roughly 4.2 million people, had been displaced inside Sudan. The other 18 per cent, roughly 930,000 people, came back from abroad. Among those returning from abroad, Egypt was the primary country of return (50%), followed by South Sudan (25%), Libya (10%) and Gulf countries (8%). IOM is calling on governments, donors, development partners, international financial institutions and humanitarian organizations to act now. Humanitarian assistance must continue for displaced people and vulnerable returnees, IOM warns. Long-term investment is just as urgent. Basic services must be strengthened, infrastructure restored and livelihoods supported, so that people can remain safely where they return and host communities hosting both returnees and displaced populations can withstand further shocks. While the number of displaced people has declined from its peak, more than 8.5 million people remain uprooted across Sudan, with new displacement continuing in parts of Darfur, Kordofan and Blue Nile due to ongoing insecurity. Sustained investment in life-saving assistance, particularly shelter, non-food items, protection and basic services, remains essential alongside support for returns and recovery. About half of displaced people and 50 per cent of returnees are under 18. Millions face interrupted schooling, limited health care and gaps in protection. Giving them access to basic services and opportunities will be critical to Sudan's long-term recovery and stability. For many returnees, coming home does not mean recovery. Damaged infrastructure, fragile local economies and few livelihood opportunities are putting extreme pressure on returnees and on the communities hosting them, particularly acute in high-return areas, where public services and local infrastructure remain stretched to breaking point. The five million milestone is a rare sign of progress in a prolonged humanitarian crisis, but it is fragile. What the international community does now will determine whether Sudan can move from displacement to recovery, or whether hard-won gains are reversed. For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre .

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

World: Criminal Networks Work Across Borders. So Must States, IOM Chief Tells UN

Country: World Source: International Organization for Migration New York / Geneva, 21 September 2026 – Smugglers and criminal networks operate across borders, exploiting gaps. Governments must respond the same way with solutions across the routes people travel. That is the message IOM Director General Amy Pope is bringing to the UN General Assembly this week. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling on states to address shared challenges and opportunities across entire migration routes, from where they leave to where they arrive. The aim is solutions that work for everyone. "Smugglers don't see borders. They see a route, and they run it like a business. They plan ahead, and they move to exploit gaps between countries." said DG Pope. "When countries work together, they can save lives, disrupt criminal networks, and manage their borders more effectively. That is one of the main topics we are putting on the table this week." This is in line with the Route-Based Approach, which involves identifying the challenges along key migration routes and making sure partners work together to address them effectively - from tackling root causes of irregular migration to disrupting smuggling networks to ensuring migrants' rights are protected along the whole route. Countries plan together and act at the same time. Each government retains full control of its own borders and laws, while sharing information, coordinating actions, and closing the gaps criminal networks seek to exploit. War, climate shocks and economic hardship are forcing millions of people from their homes. More than 83 million were living in internal displacement at the end of 2024, according to IOM's World Migration Report 2026. Many others cross several countries on one journey, and smugglers and traffickers exploit them along the way. Smuggling and trafficking are both billion-dollar businesses, and people pay with their lives. Nearly 8,000 people died or went missing on migration routes worldwide in 2025, according to IOM data. As of 15 September, arrivals in Europe by sea this year are down 39 per cent, yet at least 2,292 people have died or gone missing on the way, up from 1,999 at the same point last year. In July, IOM warned that hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked and forced to run online scams. IOM is calling on governments at the Assembly to focus on three practical areas: share information along their routes; expand more legal ways to work and travel, so fewer people turn to smugglers; and invest in people at home, with jobs and help after climate shocks, so leaving is a choice, not the only option. Well-managed migration also builds public trust, because people can see order, fairness and results. Business has a role to play too. Companies create jobs, and legal jobs offer a safer alternative to abusive journeys. IOM is working through the UN Network on Migration and with private-sector partners, local communities and faith groups along the key migration routes. As Member States call for a UN that delivers more effectively, IOM continues to contribute to UN80, the UN's reform effort to reduce duplication and focus on results. IOM is sharing services, data and innovation with other UN agencies to deliver just that. More than 93 per cent of its operational budget goes directly to field projects. "Every dollar has to work. Governments are right to ask that, and we hold ourselves to the same standard," said DG Pope. "But efficiency is not the only goal. People are at heart of this, making sure the resources entrusted to us reach the people who need them most." This year also marks IOM's 75th anniversary and 10 years as part of the UN system. Over the past decade, IOM has helped an average of 29.3 million people a year in 170 countries, by responding to crises and supporting recovery. For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre.

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Ukraine: Women’s Rights Organizations Consultations for Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2027 [EN/UK]

Country: Ukraine Sources: NGO Girls, Ukraine Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group, UN Women Please refer to the attached files. The Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) Working Group conducted annual consultations to inform the Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2027 (HNRP 2027). Five online consultations were conducted with women’s rights organizations, including organizations representing crisis-affected populations and groups such as GBV and CRSV survivors, women and girls with disabilities, Roma women and girls, women and girls living with HIV, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people with substance use disorders, including those receiving opioid substitution therapy (OST). The key takeaways were presented in Kyiv on September 3rd during the Meaning-Making Workshop organized by Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group in collaboration with Cross-Cutting Expertise Group (that includes GiHA WG, Age and Disability TWG, AAP WG, LGBTIQ+ TW) and the Data Coordination Group (REACH, IOM and OCHA).

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Ukraine: Women’s Rights Organizations Consultations for Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2027

Country: Ukraine Sources: NGO Girls, Ukraine Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group, UN Women Please refer to the attached files. The Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) Working Group conducted annual consultations to inform the Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2027 (HNRP 2027). Five online consultations were conducted with women’s rights organizations, including organizations representing crisis-affected populations and groups such as GBV and CRSV survivors, women and girls with disabilities, Roma women and girls, women and girls living with HIV, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people with substance use disorders, including those receiving opioid substitution therapy (OST). The key takeaways were presented in Kyiv on September 3rd during the Meaning-Making Workshop organized by Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group in collaboration with Cross-Cutting Expertise Group (that includes GiHA WG, Age and Disability TWG, AAP WG, LGBTIQ+ TW) and the Data Coordination Group (REACH, IOM and OCHA).

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

UNICEF Mozambique Humanitarian Situation Report No. 7, 31 July 2026

Country: Mozambique Source: UN Children's Fund Please refer to the attached file. Highlights Insecurity remained volatile in northern Mozambique in July, with 3,729 people, including 1,575 children, reported on the move across Cabo Delgado, Nampula and Niassa. UNICEF supported 109,842 women and children accessing essential primary healthcare. 51,124 children aged 6–59 months received vitamin A supplementation through UNICEF supported nutrition services. 22,647 children accessed formal or non-formal education, including early learning, through UNICEF-supported interventions. UNICEF provided community-based mental health and psychosocial support services to 24,603 children, adolescents and caregivers. UNICEF-supported WASH interventions reached 73,097 people with critical WASH supplies. SITUATION OVERVIEW AND HUMANITARIAN NEEDS In July 2026, insecurity remained volatile across northern Mozambique, with intensified military operations in Macomia prompting non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) to disperse southwards and westwards across Quissanga, Meluco, Ancuabe, Chiúre and Montepuez districts. Population movements continued throughout the month, with IOM’s Emergency Tracking Tool recording 3,729 people on the move across Cabo Delgado, Nampula and Niassa, including 1,575 children, 1,145 women and 1,009 men. Most of these movements (3,698) were recorded in Cabo Delgado, with violence remaining the main trigger for displacements, followed by intended returns and fear of attack. In July, OCHA reported a total of 28,163 people displaced by conflict since the beginning of 2026, with women and children accounting for 65 per cent of those displaced. Public health risks remained significant in July, with ongoing cholera and measles outbreaks. However, the cholera outbreak continued to recede substantially, with active transmission limited to Sofala and Manica provinces. By 31 July, Manica had recorded 386 cumulative cholera cases and three deaths8 , while Sofala reported 383 cases and four deaths. Meanwhile, measles transmission continued to increase, reaching 2,169 cumulative cases and three deaths by end July, compared with 1,630 cases and three deaths at the end of June. Nampula remains the most affected province, accounting for 1,070 measles cases and all three reported deaths, followed by Sofala (539 cases) and Zambézia (278 cases). New cases continued to be reported across Niassa, Nampula, Zambézia and Sofala, indicating sustained transmission across several parts of the country. Looking ahead to the 2026-2027 rainy and cyclonic season, the rapidly strengthening El Niño is expected to further exacerbate humanitarian needs, particularly in southern and central Mozambique. The latest July forecast indicates that El Niño conditions are continuing to intensify, with a 100 per cent probability of El Niño persisting through early 2027 and the event expected to peak towards the end of 2026. In Mozambique, the most significant impacts are expected in Maputo, Gaza, and Inhambane provinces, where below-average rainfall, prolonged dry spells and above-average temperatures are expected to reduce agricultural production and household incomes. FEWS NET projects Crisis (IPC Phase 3) food insecurity outcomes from October 2026 to January 2027 in areas of southern and central Mozambique already affected by weather shocks, as drought conditions compound the slow recovery from the 2026 floods.

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Yemen Market and Trade Bulletin August 2026 - Issued on 20th September 2026

Country: Yemen Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Please refer to the attached file. SHORT-TERM OUTLOOK AND IMPLICATIONS ON FOOD SECURITY: While Yemen’s acute food security crisis—with 18.3 million people facing acute food insecurity and over half the population in urgent need of humanitarian assistance—remains heavily driven by import dependency, rising prices, global humanitarian funding deficits, and severe climate impacts, conditions have been worsened by rapid frontline escalations in recent months. The resumption of fighting and the SBA capture of Yemen’s southern Red Sea coast have driven severe secondary impacts: according to IOM between June and mid-September 2026, displacement reached about 120 000 individuals (about 20 000 households), with 115,000 displaced during the first two weeks of September alone—concentrated primarily in Ta’iz (57%) and Lahj (26%) governorates. The territorial shifts and road closures have cut off key transit corridors, doubling transit times for goods transport, while restricting staff mobility and aggravating humanitarian access. This supply chain disruption, coupled with a 10% hike in domestic fuel prices announced by the SBA-run Yemen Petroleum Company, acts as a compounding driver of severe food insecurity —triggering a major inflationary wave across basic food commodities, agricultural inputs, transport, and essential services. KEY HIGHLIGHTS: EXCHANGE RATES: The Yemeni rial remained stable in GoY-controlled areas at around YER 1,555/USD in August—up 4% year-on-year and 6% above the three-year average—helping cushion immediate import costs despite fragile fiscal conditions. FOOD PRICES: Staple food prices remained broadly stable in August, with minor monthly shifts (sunflower oil up 2%, others under 1%) and most key commodities—including wheat flour, rice, and beans—falling year-on-year and remaining at or below three-year averages. MINIMUM FOOD BASKET (MFB): While Minimum Food Basket (MFB) costs remained stable—rising 1% from July but staying below 2025 and three-year averages—weak purchasing power and irregular government salaries continue to restrict household food access. FOOD AND FUEL IMPORTS: Recorded wheat and flour imports fell sharply in August (down 48% month-on-month and 32% below three-year averages), while fuel imports collapsed even further—dropping 67% from July and 89% below historical averages, with no petrol or diesel reaching northern ports. FUEL PRICES: Fuel prices showed mixed monthly trends in August—diesel rose 3% while petrol fell 1%—but both remained significantly elevated year-on-year and above three-year averages, continuing to drive up essential operational costs across transport, agriculture, water, and food distribution. TERMS OF TRADE (ToT): Agricultural terms of trade remained strong (4% above last year and 15% above three-year averages), whereas casual-labor terms of trade remained severely depressed—standing 13% below 2025 levels—highlighting continued purchasing-power stress for casual earners. CASUAL LABOR WAGE RATES: Agricultural wages held steady in August—remaining above 2025 and three-year averages—while unskilled casual wages saw a slight 1% monthly gain but stayed severely depressed year-on-year (-14%), highlighting stagnant non-agricultural earning potential. LIVESTOCK PRICES: Livestock prices continued to normalize in August with a 1% monthly drop for goats and sheep following the May pre-Eid peak, remaining significantly lower year-on-year (down 22% and 18%, respectively) but slightly above three-year historical averages.

Sep 20, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Mozambique: Movement Alert Report — #167 (16 September 2026)

Country: Mozambique Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached Infographic. Between 26 August and 15 September 2026, attacks and fear of attacks by Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) in Macomia District triggered the displacement of 701 individuals from Litandacua locality (565 individuals) and Pangane locality (136 individuals). IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), in coordination with Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) partners and local authorities, recorded 701 displaced individuals across displacement sites and host communities in Macomia and Muidumbe districts. Most of the displaced population remained within Macomia District (660 individuals), while 41 individuals moved onward to Muidumbe District. Within Macomia, the majority of arrivals were recorded in established displacement sites, particularly in Muagamula, Centro de Serração and Nanga A and Bairro de Xinavane localities. In Muidumbe District, displaced households were accommodated within host communities. Non-food items (NFI), food, and shelter were reported as the main priority needs among the displaced population.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Lebanon: Migrant Presence Monitoring Round 6

Country: Lebanon Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. The MPM is an annual assessment implemented through IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) to provide updated information on the presence and characteristics of migrant populations in Lebanon. The assessment supports evidence-based humanitarian programming, planning and decision-making by providing information on migrants’ geographic distribution, nationalities, sex and age profiles, and living arrangements. Key findings include: 164,490 migrants were identified across Lebanon, representing a 0.24% increase from 164,097 in 2025. 81% of the identified migrant population is concentrated in Mount Lebanon and Beirut Governorates. Compared with 2025, notable geographic shifts were observed, including a 26% increase in Beirut, alongside decreases of 57% in El Nabatieh and 18% in the South. The largest nationality groups are Ethiopian (43%), Bangladeshi (22%), Sudanese (9%), Filipino (8%), and Egyptian (5%). 71% of identified migrants are women and 29% are men. Approximately 3% (5,749 individuals) are children. 52% (85,521 individuals) are classified as “live-in” migrants, while 48% (78,969 individuals) are “live-out”. Overall, the assessment identified migrants from 77 nationalities across Lebanon. The report provides further analysis at governorate, district and cadaster levels, including demographic characteristics and living arrangements, as well as comparisons with the previous MPM round.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

DTM Pakistan: Bi-Weekly Flow Monitoring of Afghan Nationals (16 – 31 August 2026)

Countries: Pakistan, Afghanistan Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Pakistan’s FM provides key insights into cross-border migration trends, returning Afghan nationals to Afghanistan, including their profiles, mobility patterns, routes, vulnerabilities, demographics and other social characteristics. Between 16 and 31 August 2026, DTM border monitors (BMs) interviewed 1,629 heads of households through a Flow Monitoring Registry (FMR) form, while a total of 23,646 Afghan returnees were identified through the five border crossing points (BCPs).

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Afghanistan — Flow Monitoring Update (30 August–12 September 2026)

Countries: Afghanistan, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Pakistan Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. The International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Afghanistan’s Flow Monitoring (FM) is designed to provide insights into the mobility patterns at Afghanistan’s border points with the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan. This activity involves two interlinked exercises: Flow Monitoring Counting (FMC), which monitors the number of movements across the border, and Flow Monitoring Surveys (FMS), which collect data on the profiles of Afghan nationals crossing the border, including reasons for travel and intentions. The FMS leverages FMC data to determine statistically valid, gender-disaggregated target samples on a daily basis, enabling statistically representative FMS data. It is important to note that DTM collects information on total movements at a given border point, not the number of unique individuals entering or leaving the country. Movements can include returnees, deportees, and circular travellers, including those visiting family or students, for example. DTM FM is operational at four main crossing points (connected to Afghanistan’s National Highway) as well as two other crossing points with the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan. This flow monitoring update combines information from the FM and other IOM sources related to cross-border movement to Afghanistan. For a detailed explanation of the methodology used in gathering various inflow data, the report directs readers to the section titled “IOM Inflow Data” on page 8. Outflow data is collected exclusively through DTM’s FM.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Lebanon — Mobility Snapshot — Round 117 (17 September 2026)

Country: Lebanon Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached Infographic. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) conducts regular monitoring of population movements in Lebanon to support preparedness and response efforts. This report is based on IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Mobility Tracking exercise and is complemented by data from national systems, including the Lebanese Red Cross (LRC) and the Disaster Risk Management (DRM), to support data triangulation and validation. As of 15 September 2026, IOM’s DTM recorded 341,228 internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Lebanon, representing a 2 per cent increase compared to 09 September. During the same period, 864,680 IDPs have begun returning to their communities, marking a six per cent increase from the previous round Key figures as of 15 September 2026: 341,228 internally displaced persons (IDPs) identified (+2% compared to 09 September) 324,692 IDPs outside collective sites (+3% compared to 09 September) 16,536 IDPs across 166 collective sites (-5% compared to 09 September) 864,680 returned IDPs reported (+6% compared to 09 September) Data was collected remotely through IOM’s network of key informants, including municipality officials, mukhtars, community representatives, and neighbourhood focal points. Population figures for collective sites were sourced from the DRM dashboard.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

UNHCR-IOM Pakistan Flash update # 111 | Arrest and Detention Flow Monitoring (15 September 2023 – 12 September 2026)

Countries: Pakistan, Afghanistan Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. INTRODUCTION In response to the Ministry of Interior's (MoI) decision of 26 September 2023 to enact an “Illegal Foreigners' Repatriation Plan”, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and IOM, the UN Migration Agency, have collated their data on the arrest, detention, and deportation of Proof of Registration (PoR) holders, Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders, and undocumented Afghan nationals as well as on the outflows of Afghan nationals at the Torkham, Ghulam Khan, Chaman, Badini and Bahramcha border crossing points, to better understand the protection environment and movements of Afghan nationals returning to Afghanistan from Pakistan. In 2025, the Government of Pakistan (GoP) issued several directives impacting Afghan nationals. In January, the GoP announced that Afghan nationals should relocate from Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) and Rawalpindi, or else face deportation. In April, further announcements indicated the implementation of the second phase of the “IFRP”, targeting ACC holders, in addition to undocumented Afghans. In July, the GoP issued a Statutory Regulation Order (SRO) directing the repatriation/deportation of PoR card holders following the expiry of PoR card validity on 30 June. The GoP later indicated a deadline of 1 September for PoR holders to leave Pakistan, before the start of the repatriation/deportation process. UNHCR issued a press briefing expressing concern regarding the decision and urging the GoP to exempt Afghans with international protection needs, as well as those with particular circumstances or vulnerabilities, from involuntary return.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Migrant crossings to Europe by sea drop sharply amid heightened risks: IOM

More than 2,200 migrants died or vanished at sea in 2026, despite declining crossings into Europe, says IOM.

Sep 17, 2026 · byAl Jazeera

Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of): Earthquake Response Situation Report #29 (10 to 16 September 2026)

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. The Situation Report No. 29 provides an update on IOM’s response to the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, covering the period from 10 to 16 September 2026. Highlights Between 10 and 16 September, IOM continued its multisectoral response in planned camps and affected communities through interventions in Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), shelter, health, mental health and psychological support, protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), information management, and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). IOM maintained co-management of camps in La Guaira, strengthened inter-agency coordination, and supported processes related to housing solutions, returns and relocations. Heavy rainfall in Campo de Golf caused flooding in Sector C and the collapse of the drainage channel connected to the sea, prompting risk assessments by authorities and consideration of relocation alternatives for the accommodated population. IOM supported community dialogue efforts, population profiling and capacity assessments in Mare Abajo II and Polideportivo José María Vargas in preparation for a possible reception of families from Campo de Golf. IOM strengthened health and mental health activities through mobile outreach, primary health care services, and the launch of a mental health and psychological support needs assessment in César Nieves, Campo de Golf, Mare Abajo II and Polideportivo José María Vargas. IOM also expanded coordination with health authorities and humanitarian organizations for epidemiological surveillance and the introduction of specialized services. IOM also strengthened inter-agency and community coordination through protection, health and WASH technical working groups, as well as through the introduction of new rehabilitation, education, disability inclusion and psychological support services in planned camps. IOM Activities IOM maintained management of the Polideportivo José María Vargas planned camp and continued co-management of César Nieves, Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II together with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Activities focused on continuity of services, infrastructure improvements, community participation, and support for return, relocation and housing solution processes. In César Nieves, IOM supported the completion of perimeter fencing around the health area and strengthened follow-up on infrastructure, drainage and sanitation needs. In Campo de Golf, IOM facilitated coordination among authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives to address environmental risks and potential relocation scenarios. In Mare Abajo II, IOM strengthened community coordination mechanisms and supported the introduction of rehabilitation, education and disability inclusion services. In Polideportivo José María Vargas, IOM continued coordinating services and preparedness measures related to a potential reception of families from Campo de Golf. IOM continued distributing essential household items in camps and affected communities. During the reporting period, IOM distributed 400 collapsible jerry cans, 170 kitchen sets and 238 hygiene items . To date, IOM has distributed more than 11,077 plastic tarpaulins, 8,304 collapsible jerry cans, 6,890 kitchen sets, 5,770 tool kits, 4,594 solar lamps and 5,166 hygiene items . In WASH, IOM continued coordinating and monitoring water, sanitation and hygiene services. In César Nieves, IOM strengthened follow-up on water supply, water quality monitoring and sanitation infrastructure. In Campo de Golf, IOM monitored impacts caused by flooding and the collapse of the main drainage system. In Mare Abajo II, IOM coordinated activities related to diarrhoeal outbreaks reported during the reporting period and assessed WASH service capacity in anticipation of possible population movements. IOM continued providing mobile health services in César Nieves, Polideportivo José María Vargas and affected communities in La Guaira. During the reporting period, 511 health and psychological support consultations were provided. The most common conditions included hypertension, chronic diseases, musculoskeletal conditions, acute respiratory infections, and sexual and reproductive health needs. In addition, three Primary Health Care outreach activities were conducted at the Centro de Alta Tecnología 10 de Marzo and in the communities of Ana Merlo and Miralejos. In protection, IOM continued providing legal orientation, case management, referrals and coordination of specialized services. IOM also strengthened coordination with authorities and specialized organizations to facilitate access to protection services, psychological support and assistance for people with specific needs. IOM continued leading sectoral and inter-agency coordination spaces with authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives. Key activities included follow-up on the Campo de Golf situation, coordination of relocation processes, and the Shelter, Land and Settlements Coordination Cluster (SLSC), co-led by IOM and IFRC. In PSEA, IOM continued integrating Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse principles into camp management and community activities, strengthening awareness-raising efforts and dissemination of reporting mechanisms among actors present in the camps. IOM Planned Response IOM will continue monitoring shelter conditions and supporting return, relocation and other temporary accommodation processes while maintaining community participation mechanisms and updated information to strengthen response planning. IOM will continue strengthening infrastructure and services in planned camps, including activities related to drainage systems, water supply, sanitation and infrastructure maintenance. In WASH, IOM will continue monitoring drainage systems and greywater management, strengthening hygiene promotion activities, water quality monitoring, and follow-up on sanitation infrastructure, vector control and solid waste management needs. IOM will maintain mobile health services, strengthen referral pathways for specialized care, continue epidemiological coordination with health authorities, and sustain mental health and psychological support activities in camps and affected communities. IOM will also continue providing protection services, including legal orientation, case management, referrals, prevention of violence against women and girls, child protection activities, and actions aimed at facilitating access to specialized services. In addition, IOM will maintain information management, population monitoring and inter-agency coordination activities to support evidence-based planning for return, relocation and durable solutions processes.

Sep 17, 2026 · byReliefWeb

Europe migrant sea crossings fall, but become more deadly, IOM says