International disaster relief

Humanitarian crisis in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory

In response to the humanitarian crisis in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory, The Red Cross has launched an emergency appeal to support the people affected.

If you are concerned about a British national in Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories, you can call the FCDO in London on 020 7008 5000 and find more advice on GOV.UK.

Afghanistan earthquake

Two earthquakes hit the Herat region of Afghanistan on Saturday 7 October.

Information and updates

If you are concerned about a British national in Afghanistan, you can call the FCDO in London on 020 7008 5000 and find more advice on GOV.UK.

How you can help

You can support those affected by the devastation by making a donation to the Islamic Relief Afghanistan Earthquakes Emergency Appeal.

Libya floods

On Sunday 10 September, floods burst two dams in Derma, which has killed many thousands of people.

Information and updates

If you are concerned about a British national in Libya, you can call the FCDO in London on 020 7008 5000 and find the latest advice on GOV.UK.

How you can help

You can support those affected by the devastation by making a donation to the Islamic Relief Libya Floods Emergency Appeal.

Morocco earthquake 

On 8 September, a large earthquake hit central Morocco.

Information and updates

If you are concerned about relatives or friends in the area you can contact the British Embassy in Rabat on +212 (0) 537 633 333.

You can also contact the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London on 020 7008 5000. 

The latest travel and other advice from the Government’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office can be found at GOV.UK

How you can help

You can help people most affected by the crisis by making a donation to the Islamic Relief Morocco Earthquake Appeal. Find out how you can help. 

You can make a donation to the Al-Hasaniya Moroccan Women's Centre's earthquake appeal.

Other charities are supporting those living in affected areas. You can find more on the Disasters Emergency Committee website.