Author: Lois McHugh Publisher: ISBN: Category : Economic assistance, American Languages : en Pages : 15
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This “CRS Issue Brief” describes conditions in the region of northern Iraq in April 1991, the US and international response to the plight of the Kurds, and the short and long-term policy issues that the US Congress may consider in that regard. The report begins with a review of the short-term actions taken by the United States to help the Kurds and the background to this assistance in terms of international assistance. The brief then describes the status of refugees in and from Iraq as of September 20, 1991, including regions in the north and south of Iraq. Mention is also made of the conditions elsewhere in Iraq, especially the damage to the Iraqi infrastructure and the food situation. A separate section of the brief reviews the international activities in Iraq, with specific figures showing requests for international humanitarian assistance by the United Nations and the Red Cross. US assistance up until September 20, 1991 is presented, in terms of the programmes funded, the amounts and the dates. Additional information on US assistance includes requests for additional aid and Congressional action, the role of the US military, and Operation Safe Haven. The last part of the brief analyses the long-term implications of the crisis for US policy and the Congress. Among the issues discussed are: funding relief and reconstruction; Iraqi reconstruction and international sanctions; the long-term security needs of the Kurds; the question of sovereignty; reorganizing UN humanitarian assistance.
Author: Rhoda Margesson Publisher: ISBN: Category : Human rights Languages : en Pages : 20
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The humanitarian crisis many feared would take place in March 2003 as a result of the war in Iraq appears to be unfolding. It is estimated that in total (including those displaced prior to the war) there may be two million Iraqi refugees who have fled to Jordan, Syria, and other neighboring states, and approximately two million Iraqis who have been displaced within Iraq itself. This report provides an analysis of the current crisis, including the conditions for those displaced in Iraq and the refugee situations in Syria, Jordan, and elsewhere. It also provides information on the U.S. and international response and examines refugee resettlement options in the United States. Aspects of this crisis that may be of particular interest to the 110th Congress include a focus on an immediate response (providing humanitarian relief funding), examining resettlement policies, and developing a strategy to manage the displaced, particularly within Iraq. This report will be updated as events warrant. For more information on Iraq, see CRS Report RL31339, Iraq: Post-Saddam Governance and Security, Christopher M. Blanchard, Coordinator, and CRS Report RL33793, Iraq: Regional Perspectives and U.S. Policy, by Kenneth Katzman.
Author: Lahib Higel Publisher: Minority Rights Group ISBN: 1907919783 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 30
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Since the present displacement crisis began in January 2014 with the advance of the Islamic State of Iraq and Al Sham (ISIS), the humanitarian emergency in Iraq has become more severe. The number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Iraq now stands at 3.2 million, while more than 8 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. With the UN lacking funding and the Government of Iraq and Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) under both military and economic strain, the protection of human rights and provision of humanitarian assistance have been gravely compromised. Iraq’s Displacement Crisis: security and protection provides an up-todate overview of the situation of IDPs in Iraq since the ISIS onslaught and resulting conflict, including not only forced displacement committed by ISIS but also that perpetrated by other armed groups, including government forces. The report also explores the facilitation of IDP returns to areas of origin. Due to poor living conditions in areas of displacement, many families are seeking to return even though the situation in their area of origin may not have improved. Almost without exception, however, liberated areas are in need of better security, reconstruction of basic infrastructure and the resumption of public services. Two years on, social tensions are rising in both areas of displacement and areas of return. With new population movements and territorial control shifting between armed groups, host communities and authorities are under greater pressure. Intimidation and harassment of IDPs based on their origins are common and increasing in areas of displacement. Communities who find themselves in areas where they are a religious, ethnic or linguistic minority live in fear of physical assault and discrimination. In the context of limited governance and continued insecurity, the opportunity afforded by the retaking of territory from ISIS is being lost. If communities are unable to co-exist, Iraq may soon reach a point beyond repair. Post-liberation strategies are therefore urgently required that are comprehensive in addressing security needs but are also aimed at reconciliation, reparation and re-establishing the rule of law.
Author: Rhoda Margesson Publisher: ISBN: 9781437935417 Category : Languages : en Pages : 20
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Aspects of the humanitarian crisis many feared would take place in Mar. 2003 with the initial mil. oper. in Iraq unfolded later as a result of the ongoing insurgency and sectarian violence. There are 2 mill. Iraqis who have fled to Jordan, Syria, and other neighboring states, and 2.7 mill. Iraqis who have been displaced within Iraq itself. The violence from the ongoing sectarian strife and insurgency in Iraq produced substantial civilian displacement in different parts of the country. This report provides an analysis of the current crisis, an overview of the conditions for those displaced in Iraq, and the refugee situations in Syria, Jordan, and elsewhere. Also provides info. on the U.S. and internat. response and examines refugee resettlement options in the U.S. Illus.
Author: Kerim Yildiz Publisher: Pluto Press (UK) ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 264
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The Kurds in Iraq by Kerim Yildiz, explores the key issues facing the Kurds in Iraq in the aftermath of the US-led invasion and chaos of the occupation. It is the most clear and up-to-date account of the problems that all political groups face in rebuilding the country, as well as exploring Kurdish links and international relations in the broader sense. It should be required reading for policy-makers and anyone interested in the current position of the Kurds in Iraq. Yildiz explores the impact of war and occupation on Iraqi Kurdistan, and in particular the crucial role of the city of Kirkuk in the post-war settlement. He also looks at how UN rifts potentially affect the Kurds; relations between Iraqi Kurds and Turkey; relations with Iran; and US policy towards the Kurds.
Author: John Harriss Publisher: Burns & Oates ISBN: Category : Law Languages : en Pages : 216
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"Amid the criticism of the UN's apparent failure to intervene in humanitarian disasters there has been little scholarly consideration of the real issues. The nature of human rights, sovereignty, UN organisation and the practice of humanitarian action are some of the themes that are addressed in this volume which combines a theoretical approach with empirical analysis from those with practical experience in the field of international humanitarian assistance."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Author: World Bank World Bank Publisher: World Bank Publications ISBN: 1464805490 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 193
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The Kurdistan region of Iraq is facing an economic and humanitarian crisis as a result of the influx of Syrian refugees which began in 2012 and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in 2014. The region's population increased by 28 percent over a short period, placing strains on the local economy, host community, and access to public services. This book provides national and regional policy makers with a technical assessment of the impact and stabilization costs needed for 2015 associated with the influx of refugees and IDPs. The stabilization cost for 2015 is estimated at US$1.4 billion in additional spending above and beyond the region's budget. This estimate could significantly increase should the crisis persist longer. The study highlights how prices and unemployment have increased, and refugees and IDPs entering the labor market are pushing wages down. A surge in violence led to supply side shocks. The ISIS crisis has had a significant effect on trade of goods and services. Transportation routes were disrupted. Foreign direct investment flows have declined and operations of foreign enterprises have been adversely affected. Disruption of public investment projects have had a negative impact on the economy. Based on the World Bank estimates, economic growth contracted by 5 percentage points in the region and the poverty rate more than doubled, rising from 3.5 percent to 8.1 percent. While the government has been responsive to addressing the needs of the displaced population up until now, more resources are needed to avert this humanitarian crisis and address the needs of the displaced population in the medium- and long-term. The report is an outcome of close collaboration between a wide spectrum of World Bank experts and regional government institutions and international partners.
Author: Lois McHugh
Author: Rhoda Margesson
Author: Lahib Higel
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs
Author: Rhoda Margesson
Author: Kerim Yildiz
Author: John Harriss
Author: Ronald J. Brown
Author: Gordon W. Rudd
Author: World Bank World Bank