Israel’s genocidal war on the Gaza Strip has caused nearly $18.5 billion to the critical infrastructure in the besieged territory, according to a joint report by the World Bank and the United Nations.

The World Bank has issued a report condemning Israeli restrictions on the Palestinian economy and their access to the vital healthcare services.

PTSD is a mental health problem that may develop after experiencing traumatic events. The condition was first recognized in war veterans. It has had different names in the past, such as "shell shock", but it's not only diagnosed in soldiers. A wide range of traumatic experiences can cause PTSD.

The grant, offered by the World Bank's International Development Association, aims to "address chronic food insecurity and malnutrition in Yemen", the Bank said in a statement.

The current value of damaged and destroyed buildings and infrastructure is estimated at some 10 per cent of Syria's gross domestic product, the Bank said in a statement after releasing what it described as a broad but preliminary damage estimate.

$780M offered via 2 existing projects, $1B to provide immediate support recovery

The global economy is slowing down and growth may completely stall next year, both institutions claim

The World Bank approved today a $30 million Development Policy Grant supporting reforms in the areas of transparency, inclusion, and the green economy in the Palestinian territories. In addition, $7 million will be granted to provide selected social services, short-term cash for services, and online employment opportunities to the most vulnerable populations ...