CAFOD urges action amid escalating violence against Rohingya civilians

Rohingya children - image CAFOD

Source: CAFOD

Phil Talman, CAFOD's Programme Coordinator for Bangladesh, expressed deep concern over the rising violence against Rohingya civilians along the Myanmar-Bangladesh border.

"The escalating violence is forcing more Rohingya to flee to Cox's Bazar, where camps are already overwhelmed. With support from CAFOD, Caritas Bangladesh is providing essential services including water and sanitation, nutrition, shelter, protection and some primary health care for pregnant mothers and children - but the needs are immense. Nearly one million refugees are now in Bangladesh, and international funding is falling short.

"The 2024 joint response plan is only 35% funded, leaving a $554 million gap. This funding shortfall is causing severe hunger and frustration in the camps, placing an unfair burden on Bangladesh. We call on the international community to urgently provide sustainable support until safe return is possible.

"We urge people not to forget this crisis. Please support CAFOD's vital work by visiting our Every Second Counts campaign: https://cafod.org.uk/give/major-giving/every-second-counts/esc-food-crisis-appeal and help us continue our efforts."