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UN Warns of Humanitarian Crisis Amid US-Israeli War in Iran

4/12/2026

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On April 11, 2025, United Nations agency leaders warned of ongoing international humanitarian law violations in the Middle East amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, which began February 28, 2025.
They reported casualties and destruction of civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, schools, and residential buildings, with 14 aid workers killed or injured this year.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week pause in operations against Iran, with ceasefire talks in Islamabad.

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On April 11, 2025, United Nations agency leaders warned of ongoing international humanitarian law violations in the Middle East amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, which began February 28, 2025.
They reported casualties and destruction of civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, schools, and residential buildings, with 14 aid workers killed or injured this year.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week pause in operations against Iran, with ceasefire talks in Islamabad.