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humanitarian

[hyoo-man-i-tair-ee-uhn, yoo-] / hyuˌmæn ɪˈtɛər i ən, yu- /




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With better global health, development, and humanitarian assistance—with an ongoing connection to these communities—these kinds of interventions could happen faster, even, ideally, before an outbreak occurs.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

"They are good teachings, whether we believe in him or not. They are humanitarian teachings," Peralta said of Leo, the fourth pope she has seen after John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Richard Nephew, a former top State Department sanctions official, said the most straightforward option would be for the Trump administration to allow Iran to start drawing on frozen funds for humanitarian purposes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The UN's International Organization for Migration said its updated count reflected the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Caribbean country.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The League had some success in humanitarian work and in settling minor disputes.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman




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