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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.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN High Commissioner for Refugees18 Sept

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.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration17 Sept

Yemen - Displacement Caused by Escalation in the West Coast — Update #4 (16 September 2026)

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. The displacement situation following conflict escalation in the West Coast of Yemen continues to evolve, therefore IOM Yemen’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is sharing a Flash Update on the emergency displacement of internally displaced (IDPs) in Yemen. From 1 to 15 September 2026, IOM Yemen DTM recorded the displacement of approximately 101,208 individuals (approximately 16,863 households₁) making the cumulative figure recorded since the escalation began in June 2026 reach 104,796 individuals (approximately 17,461 households). The largest concentration of displaced people was reported in Ta’iz Governorate, hosting 63,624 individuals (61%), followed by Lahj Governorate with 26,364 individuals (25%). Additional displacement was recorded in Al Hodeidah with 8,148 individuals (8%), Aden with 3,570 individuals (3%), Abyan with 2,532 individuals (2%), Hadramawt with 294 individuals (less than 1%), and Ma’rib with 264 individuals (less than 1%) during the reporting period.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration17 Sept

UNHCR - South Sudan - Akobo Update as of 21 August 2026

Country: South Sudan Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. ANALYSIS & TRENDS Conflicts across Jonglei and Upper Nile have internally displaced more than 323,000 people since 2025. The latest escalation in Akobo has led to large-scale population movements, with more than 100,000 people fleeing from Akobo and surrounding areas into Ethiopia. As security conditions have improved in some areas, returns have gradually increased. By 1 July, IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) had recorded more than 61,000 returnees in Akobo County. However, ongoing insecurity, seasonal flooding, and the limited availability of basic services mean that many families are returning to highly precarious conditions. Akobo remains a critical humanitarian hub and a key cross-border corridor between South Sudan and Ethiopia, making developments in the area highly consequential for both internal displacement and regional population movements. Separately, in July UNHCR and its partners observed, 8,292 individuals arriving in South Sudan through the Akobo Boat Dock and Dibole entry points from the Tiekidi, Kule, Nguenyiel and Jewi refugee camps in Ethiopia. This represents a 10 per cent decrease from the 9,250 arrivals recorded in June. Children accounted for 60 per cent of arrivals, while 70 per cent of returning households were female-headed and 5 per cent of returnees were aged 60 or above. Many families are returning with few belongings and are rebuilding their lives in areas where services, shelter and livelihood opportunities remain extremely limited. Improved security and family reunification are encouraging returns. However, returnees also cited reduced humanitarian assistance and limited access to food, healthcare, education, water and sanitation in Ethiopia as factors motivating their return. The journey remains difficult. With heavy rains rendering many roads impassable, the Matar–Akobo boat route is often the only viable option, while the high cost and limited availability of commercial boats have slowed arrivals. Families report journeys of up to seven days from Gambella, sometimes waiting for days for transport without adequate food, shelter or basic services.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN High Commissioner for Refugees16 Sept
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Yemen: Escalating fighting and mass displacement put civilians at grave risk

Country: Yemen Source: Oxfam Please refer to the attached file. We, the undersigned aid organisations operating in Yemen, are deeply concerned by the sharp escalation in fighting across Taiz and the West Coast since 3 September and its mounting humanitarian impact, including civilian casualties and mass displacement. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix, displacement in Yemen has reached 85,818 people, including 82,164 displaced since the beginning of September alone. More than 2,000 people fleeing the hostilities have also reached Djibouti. The humanitarian crisis in Yemen remains one of the largest in the world. Renewed fighting risks worsening conditions for civilians and further constraining the ability of aid organisations to deliver critical services. More than a decade of conflict has left 22 million people, over half the population, in need of humanitarian assistance.¹ Millions already face hunger, displacement and limited access to basic services. Clashes have intensified across several of Yemen’s frontlines, many of which had remained relatively stable since the 2022 UN-brokered truce. Fighting has escalated rapidly along the West Coast and South Taiz frontlines. OCHA has reported civilian casualties, including children.² IOM reports that Taiz is the hardest hit by new displacement, with nearly 56,000 people displaced, followed by more than 19,000 in Lahj, more than 8,000 in Al Hodeidah and more than 2,500 in Aden.⁴ The escalation follows weeks of renewed hostilities in Marib, Taiz and Al Hodeidah, which displaced more than 162 households during August, according to OCHA.³ Families are fleeing in extremely difficult conditions, with some who have already been displaced by conflict now facing the prospect of being forced to flee again. Fighting near displacement sites and along routes used by civilians is creating serious protection risks for people on the move. Women and girls, particularly pregnant and breastfeeding women; children, including unaccompanied and separated children; older people; people with disabilities; and people living with chronic illnesses may face heightened risks, including difficulties accessing safe shelter, healthcare, sanitation and other essential services. Humanitarian organisations are providing lifesaving support, but insecurity and access constraints are making it harder for civilians to flee safely and for aid workers to reach everyone in need. Delivering essential goods to sustain humanitarian operations is already challenging amid regional instability and related supply-chain disruptions, and the recent escalation may further complicate these efforts. Additional flexible funding is urgently needed to address emerging humanitarian needs, particularly emergency shelter, food assistance, water, sanitation and hygiene, healthcare, nutrition, mental health and psychosocial support, education and protection, while safeguarding the continuity of existing services. Every Yemeni life is precious and must be protected. All parties to the conflict must respect and uphold international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction, proportionality and precaution, protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, and ensure safe and sustained humanitarian access. After years of suffering, Yemen’s people cannot endure further civilian harm and displacement. We urge all parties and the international community to use available diplomatic channels to support an inclusive, Yemeni-led political process aimed at ending the conflict and achieving lasting peace in Yemen. • Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) • Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) • International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) • Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) • Save the Children • CARE International • INTERSOS • War Child Alliance • International Medical Corps • Concern Worldwide • Vision Hope International • Action For Humanity International • MedGlobal • Médecins du Monde – Yemen • International Rescue Committee (IRC) • Danish Refugee Council (DRC) • Secours Islamique France (SIF) • Oxfam • Helpcode Italia ETS

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Oxfam15 Sept
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Yemen Displacement Tops 85,000 as Conflict Continues, 2,000 Flee to Djibouti

Countries: Yemen, Djibouti Source: International Organization for Migration Geneva, 13 September 2026 – According to the International Organization for Migration's (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), displacement in Yemen, the Arab world's poorest country, has now reached 85,818 people, up sharply in recent days (82,164 since beginning of September alone ) as fighting continues along the West Coast. Families are being forced from their homes, and some are now fleeing the country altogether. Over 2,000 people fleeing the hostilities have reached Djibouti's northern shores so far, landing at scattered points along the coast near Obock. Djiboutian authorities are leading the response, mobilizing the Navy, army, police and health services, with support from IOM and UN partners. Arrivals, many of them women and young children, have been transported to the Markazi site in Obock, where they are receiving water, high-energy biscuits and hot meals. More are expected to flee as fighting intensifies. "Behind every number is a family who's lost everything," said Amy Pope, IOM Director General. "Many have been displaced multiple times. People are crossing the sea with nothing because they have no other choice left. Yemen is a country torn by poverty and conflict, and it cannot carry this crisis alone. I call on donors to scale up support now, for those arriving in Djibouti and for the communities in Obock receiving them." Fighting is escalating rapidly along the West Coast and South Taiz frontlines. Taiz remains the hardest hit, with 9,280 households, or nearly 56,000 people, displaced from districts including Jabal Habashy, Al Ma'afer, Maqbanah, Mawza and Al Wazi'iyah. Lahj follows with 3,225 households, or over 19,000 people, most from Al-Mudharibah district, with numbers rising in recent days. Al Hodeidah has recorded 1,374 households, or over 8,000 people, displaced, largely from Hays. Aden has also been affected with 424 households or over 2,500 displaced people being hosted there. Inside Yemen, families continue to flee multiple times, some for the second or third time in 12 years of conflict, with almost nothing left. Roads are increasingly inaccessible due to ongoing fighting, and communications in affected areas remain disrupted, making it harder to reach people and assess needs. IOM continues to call for safe, unimpeded humanitarian access, and for all parties to protect civilians, humanitarian workers, and the supplies, vehicles and facilities needed to deliver aid. The situation remains volatile and unpredictable. IOM will continue to monitor developments closely and report further updates as they become available. Send emergency aid to families in need: Donate here For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre .

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration15 Sept

Provincial Disaster Centre Institutional Capacity Assessment (PNG) - Synthesis Report

Country: Papua New Guinea Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. Developed by the National Disaster Centre (NDC) in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), with technical support from humanitarian partners. This report provides a national overview of the institutional, operational, and infrastructure capacities of Provincial Disaster Centres across Papua New Guinea The assessment identifies key strengths, gaps, and priority investment areas to support the strengthening of disaster risk management systems at the provincial level. We hope the findings will inform ongoing planning, programming, capacity development, and coordination efforts across government and partner agencies.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration15 Sept

Institutional Capacity Assessment: Provincial Disaster Centres (Papua New Guinea) - Synthesis Report (July 2026)

Country: Papua New Guinea Sources: Government of Papua New Guinea, International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. Developed by the National Disaster Centre (NDC) in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), with technical support from humanitarian partners. This report provides a national overview of the institutional, operational, and infrastructure capacities of Provincial Disaster Centres across Papua New Guinea The assessment identifies key strengths, gaps, and priority investment areas to support the strengthening of disaster risk management systems at the provincial level. We hope the findings will inform ongoing planning, programming, capacity development, and coordination efforts across government and partner agencies.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration15 Sept
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IOM Spokesperson: Numbers of Displaced in Yemen Reaches Nearly 94,000

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Geneva, 14 September 2026 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that 93,864 individuals have been newly displaced across Yemen, driven by ongoing conflict. The heaviest impact is concentrated in Ta'iz and Lahj governorates. In Ta'iz's Jabal Habashy district alone, 18,840 people have been displaced, with a further 9,966 displaced from Al Ma'afer. In Lahj, Al-Mudharibah district accounts for 16,464 displaced, with Tuban adding another 2,892. Displacement has also been recorded across Aden, Al Hodeidah, Abyan and additional districts in Ta'iz, reflecting the widening geographic scope of the crisis. IOM and partners are responding on the ground and continue to monitor displacement trends. IOM is calling for urgent support to meet the shelter, water and sanitation needs of newly displaced families. For more information, please visit IOM’s Media Centre .

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration14 Sept

Sudan Aid Could Collapse Within Weeks Amidst Conflict, Rising Needs: IOM Chief Warns

Country: Sudan Source: International Organization for Migration Port Sudan/Geneva, 14 September 2026 – As hundreds of thousands of displaced people across Sudan continue to face severe shelter shortages and heightened risks from ongoing fighting and heavy rains, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is warning of an imminent end to Sudan’s emergency relief supply via the IOM Common Humanitarian Pipeline. "We simply can't turn our back on the people of Sudan when they need us most amid raging conflict, increased displacement and the impact of heavy rain," said Amy Pope, IOM Director General. "The entire humanitarian system could collapse within weeks if we don't act now. Without new funding, we won't be able to get help where it's needed most." IOM’s warning comes as needs remain acute amid heightened displacement in conflict and crisis-affected communities across Sudan, leaving vulnerable families exposed and the humanitarian system on the edge of collapse. To date, 8.6 million people remain internally displaced and 4.9 million returnees have been recorded by IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix. Nearly 70 per cent of internally displaced people are living with host families or in informal settlements. Ongoing violence, floods and heavy rains continue to damage shelters forcing people to move. Managed by IOM, the Common Humanitarian Pipeline system has reached 2.84 million people since July 2023. Yet its reach is shrinking even as needs remain all-time high: more than 1 million people were assisted through the Pipeline in 2024, falling to 804,000 in 2025, while so far in 2026, IOM has provided shelter and emergency support kits to 330,000 people. Without immediate donor support, current shelter, sanitation and emergency household relief items are expected to be depleted by the end of September 2026. The warehousing and operational capacity that keeps the Pipeline functioning can only be sustained until December 2026. As a shared logistics system for the UN and its partners and one of the key enablers of the humanitarian response in Sudan, the Common Pipeline enables timely, coordinated and efficient dispatch of emergency relief items to people in need. The disruption of the Pipeline would significantly weaken the humanitarian community’s ability to rapidly deliver and mobilise lifesaving-assistance through a network of more than 100 registered partners. Rebuilding the system after any interruption would be a complex, costly and time-consuming process, requiring substantive resources to reestablish supply chains, operational systems and partner coordination networks. IOM requires USD 15 million to maintain the Common Pipeline at its 2026 minimum capacity for 12 months, supporting 305,000 people. USD 27 million would restore assistance to approximately 2025 levels and reach 570,000 people, while USD 42 million would enable a scale-up to provide immediate lifesaving support for up to one million people. For displaced families, inadequate shelter carries wider risks. Prolonged exposure to weather, disease and insecurity can heighten risks of gender-based violence, family separation and eviction in overcrowded sites. Continued underfunding also raises the risk of shelter failure and flood-related secondary displacement in sites already at or beyond capacity. With relief item stocks expected to run out by the end of September and operational capacity at risk thereafter, funding will now determine whether this established emergency supply mechanism remains ready to respond amid ongoing conflict-related displacement and the current rainy season. For more information, please contact IOM Media Center .

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration14 Sept

World: DTM Insight June 2026

Country: World Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. INTRODUCTION The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System and stands as the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration. The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s primary data collection programme. Operational in over 100 countries since 2004 and in 76 countries in 2025, DTM gathers and analyses data to disseminate critical multi-layered information on the mobility, vulnerabilities, and needs of displaced and mobile populations, enabling decision makers and responders to provide these populations with better context specific assistance. PURPOSE The DTM Insight report seeks to enhance accessibility to DTM data and analysis by providing monthly updates on human mobility in locations where DTM is operational. Structured according to the IOM Strategic Plan (2024-2028), the report is organized by the Plan’s three key priorities: saving lives, driving solutions and facilitating regular migration pathways. Under each strategic priority, the DTM Insight report presents a series of data updates that include a concise overview of the context, along with succinct summaries of key findings drawn from the latest DTM publications. The updates also specify the relevant data collection period and include a link to the DTM publication, allowing readers to further explore the full analysis. By aligning the report with the IOM's strategic framework and highlighting salient insights from DTM's data and analysis, the DTM Insight aims to provide readers with a clear and comprehensive understanding of recent mobility dynamics. JUNE 2026 EDITION The June 2026 edition of the DTM Insight report highlights the first national estimate of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) due to disasters in Bangladesh, and mobility trends due to military escalations in Lebanon under Saving Lives. It features IDP’s progress towards durable solutions to displacement in Haiti under Driving Solutions. Under Regular Pathways, it includes Syrian nationals’ future intentions in Belgium and updates on cross-border mobility from Myanmar to Thailand.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration11 Sept

UNHCR-IOM Pakistan Flash update # 110 on Arrest and Detention/Flow Monitoring, 15 Sep 2023 to 5 Sep 2026

Countries: Pakistan, Afghanistan Sources: International Organization for Migration, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. 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.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN High Commissioner for Refugees11 Sept

Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of): Earthquake Response Situation Report #28 (3 to 9 September 2026)

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. Situation Report No. 28 provides an update on IOM’s response to the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, covering the period from 3 to 9 September 2026. Highlights Between 3 and 9 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 management and co-management of planned camps in La Guaira, strengthened inter-agency coordination and supported housing solutions, return and relocation processes. IOM strengthened protection assistance in La Guaira and the Capital District through legal counselling, case management, psychological support and referrals. Activities took place amid persistent humanitarian access constraints, civil documentation barriers and uncertainty linked to relocation and camp closure processes. IOM supported priority WASH improvements across planned camps, including the operationalization of the community laundry facility in Mare Abajo II and rehabilitation of sanitation infrastructure in Cesar Nieves, where access to separate shower facilities for women was restored following the identification of a protection concern during the reporting period. IOM also strengthened inter-agency and community coordination through livelihoods initiatives, expansion of technical working groups on protection, health and WASH, and engagement with authorities and partners to support civil documentation, school preparedness activities and durable solutions for affected families. IOM Activities IOM maintained coordination and management of the planned camp at Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex and continued co-management of Cesar Nieves, Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II together with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Activities focused on service continuity, infrastructure improvements, community participation, livelihoods and support for housing recovery processes. In Cesar Nieves, IOM coordinated the start of perimeter fencing works around the health area and supported an early recovery initiative through technical training on footwear production and repair in partnership with Calzapyme. In Mare Abajo II, IOM strengthened community coordination mechanisms and supported infrastructure improvements, environmental management activities and community participation initiatives. In Campo de Golf, IOM facilitated coordination among authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives while supporting population monitoring and community-based management structures. At Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex, IOM continued coordinating services and supporting educational and recreational activities while monitoring the gradual adaptation of infrastructure and services to evolving needs. IOM continued distributing essential household items in camps and affected communities. During the reporting period, IOM distributed 309 collapsible jerry cans, 267 plastic tarpaulins, 32 kitchen sets, 310 tool kits, 341 hygiene items and 69 solar lamps . To date, IOM has distributed more than 10,996 plastic tarpaulins, 7,957 collapsible jerry cans, 6,720 kitchen sets, 5,600 tool kits, 4,594 solar lamps and 4,982 hygiene items . Additionally, 710 families in Carabobo received integrated shelter and basic needs kits. IOM also provided 130 bunk beds in the Ezequiel Zamora spontaneous settlement in Miranda State, directly benefiting 260 people . In WASH, IOM continued coordinating and monitoring water supply, sanitation and hygiene services across planned camps. In Mare Abajo II, IOM supported the completion and operationalization of the community laundry facility and improvements to drainage and greywater management systems. In Cesar Nieves, IOM monitored sanitation infrastructure, expanded handwashing facilities and strengthened water-quality monitoring. In Campo de Golf, IOM accompanied drainage rehabilitation works, promoted hygiene activities and supported the establishment of community hygiene committees. During the reporting period, 20,000 litres of chlorinated water were produced , bringing cumulative production to 120,000 litres in the camp. IOM continued providing mobile health services in Cesar Nieves and Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex. During the reporting period, 577 consultations were delivered by IOM and Ven Da Tu Mano teams. Consultations primarily addressed hypertension and other chronic non-communicable diseases, acute respiratory infections, febrile illnesses and diarrhoeal diseases. IOM also maintained maternal health follow-up, family planning counselling and referrals for specialized care. In Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex, referrals included nephrology services and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies through the Maternal Pathway mechanism. IOM further strengthened epidemiological coordination with the Ministry of Health and other health actors and expanded mobile health services to Mare Abajo communities. In protection, IOM continued providing legal counselling, case management, referrals and coordination of protection services. Through its implementing partner HIAS, protection services reached 142 people on 3 September and 116 people on 8 September in La Guaira and the Capital District. IOM strengthened coordination with authorities, community actors and specialized organizations to facilitate access to protection services, civil documentation and child protection mechanisms. Coordination with FUNDANA, IDENNA, NRC and UNICEF supported child protection services, family-based care arrangements and access to specialized assistance for vulnerable populations. IOM continued coordinating sectoral and inter-agency platforms with authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives. Key activities included support to livelihoods initiatives linked to footwear production, civil documentation efforts, child protection interventions and school preparedness activities. Representatives from ECHO visited Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II to observe response activities implemented by IOM and partners. In PSEA, IOM continued integrating Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse principles into camp management and community activities. During the reporting period, IOM trained 20 facilitators and co-facilitators involved in mental health focus groups implemented by IOM and UCAB on PSEA principles, reporting mechanisms and response to disclosures. IOM also introduced a specific indicator to monitor the provision of PSEA information during non-food item distributions, carried out a PSEA capacity assessment with Equilibrium and continued promoting prevention and reporting messages through community activities and coordination platforms. IOM Planned Response IOM will continue monitoring accommodation conditions and supporting return, relocation and other temporary accommodation processes while maintaining community engagement activities and updated population information to inform operational planning. IOM will continue strengthening camp infrastructure and services, including completion of the health-area perimeter fencing in Cesar Nieves, support for community participation mechanisms and promotion of livelihoods initiatives aimed at enhancing self-reliance among affected families. In WASH, IOM will maintain monitoring of drainage and greywater systems, strengthen hygiene-promotion activities, continue water-quality monitoring and follow up on sanitation infrastructure, vector-control and solid-waste management needs. IOM will continue providing mobile health services, strengthening referral pathways for specialized care, maintaining epidemiological coordination with health authorities and reinforcing prevention activities related to waterborne diseases, respiratory illnesses and other priority health concerns. IOM will also continue supporting protection services, including legal counselling, case management, referrals, prevention of violence against women and girls, child protection activities and efforts to facilitate access to civil documentation and specialized protection services. In parallel, IOM will maintain information management, population-monitoring and inter-agency coordination activities to support evidence-based planning for returns, relocations and durable solutions.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration10 Sept

Lebanon — Mobility Snapshot — Round 116 (10 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 09 September 2026, IOM’s DTM recorded 333,144 internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Lebanon, representing a 1.2 per cent increase compared to 01 September. During the same period, 818,288 IDPs have begun returning to their communities, marking a four per cent decrease from the previous round Key figures as of 09 September 2026: 333,144 internally displaced persons (IDPs) identified (+1.2% compared to 01 September) 315,822 IDPs outside collective sites (+1.3% compared to 01 September) 17,322 IDPs across 176 collective sites (-1% compared to 01 September) 818,288 returned IDPs reported (-4% compared to 01 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.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration10 Sept