Afghanistan Hunger Crisis Deepens as Millions Lack Food Aid
The UN World Food Programme warns that 14 million Afghans face acute hunger amid funding shortages and rising malnutrition, with urgent funding needed before winter.
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The UN World Food Programme warns that 14 million Afghans face acute hunger amid funding shortages and rising malnutrition, with urgent funding needed before winter.
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