UN: Libya faces critical shortages of water and foodSeptember 2, 2011 - 13:36 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The United Nations humanitarian coordinator for Libya says the country faces critical shortages of drinking water, food, fuel and medicine. The six-month civil war between rebels and Moammar Gadhafi's forces has disrupted supply lines and damaged infrastructure. Panos Moumtzis says more than a half dozen UN agencies have returned to Tripoli to address the country's humanitarian needs since fighting in the capital waned last week. In an interview late Thursday, September 1, he said the UN has brought in 11 million bottles of water and will bring in 600 metric tons of food and 100 million euros worth of medicine. Panos said, however, that he sees the UN aid as temporary, and that he expects oil-rich Libya to be able fund its own recovery starting in 2012, AP reported. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |