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Opinions. Quotes. Statements. Sign-ons.
Crises & Countries in Conflict
Statement Marking One Year Since October 7 Attack on Israel
"Today marks one year since Hamas launched a terrorist attack that killed 1,200 Israelis and took 250 civilians hostage—101 of which remain in captivity. It also unleashed a conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of innocent lives and caused an ongoing humanitarian catastrophe."
Crises & Countries in Conflict
Urgent Call for De-escalation and Protection of Civilians in Lebanon
As the conflict intensifies in Lebanon, the devastating toll on civilians and humanitarian workers grows more severe by the day. We are gravely concerned for the safety of those caught in the crossfire and directly affected by the escalating violence.
The humanitarian crisis, already compounded by Lebanon’s economic collapse, has now reached a critical tipping point with thousands of people being displaced. The escalation of the conflict will stretch our Members’ operations to the limit, leaving them and those who they serve exhausted and resources depleted.
Crises & Countries in Conflict
Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee on the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory
As world leaders gather in New York for the 79th United Nations General Assembly, and as the threat of a wider regional escalation looms, we renew our demand for an end to the appalling human suffering and humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
Press Release
InterAction Announces Two Key Additions to Executive Team
InterAction, the largest U.S.-based alliance of international NGOs, today announced two key additions to its Executive Team under the leadership of President and CEO, Tom Hart.
Lisa Bos has been appointed as the new Vice President for Global Development Policy, Advocacy, and Learning. Morgan Martinez has been promoted to Vice President for Membership, Communications, and Public Engagement.
Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict
Open Letter to the Member States of the U.N. General Assembly, on behalf of the IASC Principals
The brutal hostilities we are seeing in multiple conflicts around the world have exposed a terrible truth: We are living in an era of impunity. Attacks that kill or injure civilians, including humanitarian and health-care personnel, are devastatingly common. Yet despite widespread condemnation, serious violations of the rules of war too often go unpunished.
U.S. Foreign Assistance
Response to Senate Appropriations Committee’s Bipartisan Passage of the FY2025 State, Foreign Operations Bill
“InterAction deeply appreciates the Senate Appropriation Committee’s passage of the State, Foreign Operations bill. With the leadership of Senator Coons and Senator Graham, the bill provides $61.6 billion in total funding, a $3.2 billion (5.6%) increase on the Fiscal Year 2024 enacted levels."
Crises & Countries in Conflict
No Time to Lose as Famine Stalks Millions in Sudan Amid Intense Fighting and Access Denials
Time is running out for millions of people in Sudan who are at imminent risk of famine, displaced from their lands, living under bombardments, and…