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[Liberal Democrats @LibDems]

Last night, 292 Conservative MPs voted to allow sewage dumping by water companies in our rivers and coasts for at least 15 more years.

Can you spot your MP on the list?

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❓Did you know that some of the most ingenious inventions we benefit from every day have come from refugees?

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we start sharing some of them with polls⬇️Look out for more this week!

Today➡️Which famous theory was created by a refugee who fled Nazy Germany?

[International Rescue Committee - EU @RESCUE_EU]

Strength
Heart
Joys
Knowledge
Humanity
Resilience
Memories
Culture
Laughter
Pride
Experience
Sorrows
Wholeness
Hope

And so much more.

On #WorldRefugeeDay2022, RT to amplify what refugees bring to their communities.

What else would you add to the list?

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Did you know there’s a start-up in #Poland providing free interpretation services in sign language for deaf Ukrainians?

The IRC’s @TiphaineWalton visited the programme to learn about their work & how your donations are supporting them to grow.

Watch the video to learn more⬇

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Food is a way to share cultures, tastes & stories.

That connection is central in the cooking classes organised by the IRC, bringing together refugee & local communities in Lesvos, Greece.

Elisabeth, who used to live in Moria camp on the island, joined the workshops…

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“In the camp, I can only cook when there’s electricity. Conditions are very tough.”

Fresh vegetables & spices are key ingredients for Jacqueline's recipe. Cooking time? 1.5 hours.

Click below to learn how to prepare this dish, and more. Enjoy! ⬇️

https://t.co/SJbLqmsJIT

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“I’m an orphan, so I learnt to cook mahshi by myself,“ said Jacqueline, who is a Syrian Kurd. She arrived in Greece in 2019.

“This recipe is for special guests. For us Kurds, the longer a dish takes to be ready, the more you show your love for them.”

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[International Rescue Committee - EU @RESCUE_EU]

Refugees should have the chance to interact with receiving communities from an early stage.

That’s why the IRC held cooking classes for locals & refugees on the island of Lesvos, Greece.

This week, we share this wonderful project with you.

Today, Jacqueline's story…

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Today we mark #AfricaDay2022.

As the Ukraine crisis disrupts global food supplies, it's critical that the international community ramps up support to #Africa to prevent further hunger & famine.

Scaling up efforts to mitigate food insecurity is key.

Yet, more is needed.

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One.

Hundred.

Million.

People have been forced to flee their homes due to violence & conflict - according to @Refugees.

This poses Europe one of its greatest challenges, but also opportunities to demonstrate leadership, says IRC's @kneecarthaigh.

More:https://t.co/h8jQH9pkUB

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Hasan - who received international protection in Greece - was accused of trying to steer the boat as he sought to lead people to safety.

He was freed, with a suspended sentence, but could have spent his life in prison.

N was found innocent.

Seeking asylum is not a crime. 5/5

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“A living nightmare.”

This is how the situation in #Syria is described by the UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres, 11 years after the war started.

This.

Must.

Change.

The IRC calls for the EU & donors from the international community to⬇️

#SyriaConf2022
#BrusselsVI

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This #MothersDay2022, we’re pausing to recognize the strength and resilience of mums all over the world, especially those protecting their families amid conflict and crisis.

Mum, mamá, hooyo, maman — however you’re known, we’re celebrating you today!

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When Helen fled #Ukraine with her son, she was forced to leave her parents & husband behind.

"I was terribly scared," she said, "There's no place to hide with a small child.”

Read more stories of courage from mothers like Helen this #MothersDay2022 ⬇️

https://t.co/7TnLMkUDCn

[International Rescue Committee - EU @RESCUE_EU]

"I have to divide meals so that some of my children who need additional food are able to eat more than others,” says a mother in Kenya.

As donors convene in #Geneva today, we join 50+ NGOs calling for an urgent increase in funding for the Horn of Africa➡️https://t.co/cxtUyOHY3d

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This week, we introduce you to just a few of the courageous & inspirational women who have been forced to flee #Ukraine.

Meet Victoria, who explains: "I made the unimaginable decision to leave Ukraine for the safety of my child". ⬇️

https://t.co/ckCTrzFQgn

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“I want to be a professional skater so that when someone hears the name of Afghanistan, they remember me, not the wars.”

Meet Belqisa, an Afghan refugee chasing her dream of becoming a professional skateboarder.

She fled to the US & has received support from the IRC @Skateistan

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We've lost quite a few followers for being critical of Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak breaking the law.

But NHS staff have never needed support more, so please follow and RT if you remain right behind us.

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The ripple effects of the #Ukraine crisis could be catastrophic. Here's the story of Somalia.

We must not forget about all people experiencing severe crises — no matter where in the world they are. #WorldHealthDay

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As time goes by, more Afghans are forced to resort to the unimaginable to survive as conditions worsen.

At today’s @UNOCHA pledging conference, we call for bold pledges to halt imminent economic collapse in Afghanistan.

Read our full statement here:

https://t.co/ZknkpmyDCp