The Security Council is due to receive the Secretary-General?s next report on Somalia. The catastrophic humanitarian situation caused by drought is exacerbating the ongoing food shortages, drought and armed conflict, continuing to cause a massive displacement of people, as well as severe malnutrition. The chaos is increasing due to massive population displacement, as people seek refuge in neighboring countries. Gender-based violence is spreading, with women particularly exposed to the high insecurity and rape in the different refugee camps. The forthcoming Secretary-General?s report should provide gender-disaggregated data regarding the current situation, and concrete recommendations on how to ensure support for women?s empowerment and protection, given the humanitarian crisis and ongoing attempts at conflict resolution.