Drought and conflict have left record numbers of people in East Africa and Sahel regions in dire need of aid, with women and children facing the brunt of the crises. The world must act now to avert further suffering.

Italy has agreed a deal with Albania that will detain up to 36,000 asylum seekers outside of EU borders. Find out more.

The EU has a deep responsibility to the Afghan people - not least those who have worked tirelessly alongside European and US teams in the hope of building a brighter future for their country. Here’s a look at what Afghans need right now and what the EU can do to help.