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"Hope in short supply"

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    While increased security measures since the Rutana killings had "greatly hampered" UN operations in the country, there remained an urgent need for the international community to respond fully to the increasing humanitarian needs of Burundians," Cravero-Kristofferson reported. "Hope is in short supply in Burundi these days", she said, noting forced regroupments, deteriorating security, increasing food needs and a worrying health situation. In addition, one of the worst droughts in Burundi's recent history had led the FAO to predict that as many as three million people might need assistance, she added.

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