While these countries represent less than 6 percent of the world’s population, they host more than half of all people identified as being in need globally.

As COVID-19 spreads globally, people living in conflict zones with weak health systems will be hit hardest. These areas are home to displaced families and overcrowded refugee camps with limited resources. Just this week, the first reported case of this new coronavirus has been confirmed in Syria, which could lead to one of the most severe outbreaks in the world.

With conflict remaining the primary driver of humanitarian need in far too many places, wars are increasingly fought with disregard for international law - with civilians bearing the brunt.

As Europe deals with a heat wave, people least responsible for global emissions are on the front lines of an urgent, deadly battle against climate change.

The annual global climate summit offers a chance to address climate injustice and refocus climate action on the most vulnerable communities worldwide.