A severe hunger crisis is gripping Afghanistan, with nearly 10 million people facing food insecurity this summer, according to the World Food Programme (WFP). Due to a significant funding shortfall, the organization can only provide aid to 1 million individuals, leaving millions without support. The crisis has been exacerbated by a decline in international aid, particularly from the United States, with the WFP warning that 3.5 million children are at risk of malnutrition by the end of 2025.
The situation is compounded by ongoing challenges, including the closure of health centers and rising infectious diseases like measles, which claimed 21 lives in a single week this year. Social media posts highlight growing concern among Afghans, with many calling for urgent global intervention to address the humanitarian emergency. The WFP has appealed for increased donor support to scale up food, health, and water assistance programs.
Afghanistan’s economic struggles and limited access to basic services continue to worsen the plight of vulnerable populations, particularly in rural areas. The international community faces mounting pressure to respond to this escalating crisis to prevent further loss of life.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, July 8th, 2025
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