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UNICEF Djibouti Humanitarian Flash Update No. 2 (Refugee influx from Yemen), 21 September 2026

Countries: Djibouti, Yemen Source: UN Children's Fund Please refer to the attached file. Highlights As of 18 September 2026, according to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Solidarity, just over 3,100 people have arrived in Djibouti from Yemen. Nearly half of them are children, including 523 children aged five and under. The pace of arrivals has slowed down since 16 September, reportedly due to fuel shortages in Yemen. However, authorities anticipate a possible new surge, and partners continue to plan for up to 10,000 people, in line with the Government appeal launched on 16 September. UNICEF and the Djiboutian Red Crescent (CRD) have established five water points in Markazi village, with a total storage capacity of 37 m³. The response also included the installation of 10 emergency latrines reserved for women and girls and the connection of the Markazi health post to the water supply. Public health risks remain high. Contributing factors include overcrowding, confirmed scabies cases and a high risk of waterborne disease. Health authorities report a high proportion of acutely malnourished and zero-dose children among those screened at the Markazi health post. One unaccompanied child has been identified to date. He has been placed in a vetted family-based care arrangement, and the family was jointly assessed by UNICEF and the Ministry of Women and Family (MFF). UNICEF requires USD 3 million to respond to the needs of up to 10,000 people over 6 months. SITUATION UPDATE Following the sharp acceleration of arrivals between 11 and 14 September, the rate of new arrivals has declined, reportedly due to fuel shortages in Yemen limiting sea crossings. As of 18 September, according to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Solidarity (MASS), 3,106 people have arrived from Yemen. This includes refugees identified through ongoing door-to-door registration in host communities. Nearly half of them are children, including 523 children aged five and under. The situation nevertheless remains fluid. According to the Prefecture, a significant number of Yemenis are gathered in Al Arah, the closest point of the Yemeni coast, and arrivals could resume rapidly should fuel become available. Partners therefore continue to plan for up to 10,000 people, in line with the Government appeal launched on 16 September. Living conditions in Markazi remain especially harsh for children. Many families, including those with young children, continue to stay in the overcrowded transit hangar because of high temperatures in the tents. This increases the risk of waterborne diseases and skin infections such as scabies. Health authorities report a high proportion of acutely malnourished and zero-dose children among those screened at the Markazi health post. In parallel, around 600 migrants wishing to travel to Yemen are waiting in Obock, and at least 120 Ethiopian migrants have returned from Yemen through Djibouti in recent days. Their presence adds pressure on already limited services in the region. The Government of Djibouti has been at the forefront of the response since the outset of the arrivals, coordinating the response and providing life-saving assistance. On 19 September 2026, UNICEF Djibouti, led by Representative Ms. Ramatou Touré, joined national authorities and partners in Obock to assess the urgent needs of newly arrived Yemeni refugees and reinforce the coordinated response. The situation of unaccompanied and separated children is of particular concern, as timely action can make the difference between risk and safety.

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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.

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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%).

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration14h ago

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.

ReliefWeb•Shelter Cluster14h ago

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%).

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration22 Sept

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%).

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration22 Sept

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%).

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration22 Sept

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 .

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration22 Sept

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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.

ReliefWeb•UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs21 Sept

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 .

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration21 Sept

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 .

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration21 Sept

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

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration21 Sept

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).

ReliefWeb•UN Women21 Sept

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

ReliefWeb•UN Women21 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•UN Children's Fund21 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations20 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration18 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration18 Sept

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).

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration18 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration18 Sept

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.

ReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration18 Sept