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Saudis to lease farmland in Pakistan

27.09.2009 Malnutrition is a serious problem in Pakistan with rising food prices a contributory factor. How can it make sense for the government to lease 500,000 hectares of agricultural land to Saudi Arabia? IRIN News

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Related topics/regions: [Pakistan] [Saudi Arabia] [Food]

'Injustice' for minority refugees from Iraq condemned

24.09.2009 Refugees from Iraq’s minorities face insecurity and risk losing their religious and cultural identity as they try to seek refuge in neighbouring countries and Western Europe, says a new report.

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Related topics/regions: [Iraq]

Yemen's fighting 'utterly disregarding civilians'

08.09.2009 Heavy fighting between Al Houti forces and government troops in and around Sa'ada city in northern Yemen continues with "utter disregard" for the safety and well-being of the civilian population, says the UN refugee agency.

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From: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
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Image: Yemen military in Sa'ada © Mohammad al-Jabri / IRIN News

Gaza humanitarian update

01.09.2009 A new UN report reveals the truth about conditions for 1.5 million people inside Gaza, as Israel imposes control over supplies. IRIN News

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Related topics/regions: [Palestine] [Emergency relief]