Deepening Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan as UN Appeal Remains Severely Underfunded

Afghanistan is grappling with a deepening humanitarian crisis, with nearly 22 million people in need of assistance and an estimated 3.7 million children facing acute malnutrition. The UN's $1.7 billion appeal for humanitarian aid is only 14% funded, making life 'impossible' in remote areas. Amnesty International has urged the EU to abandon plans for deporting Afghan nationals and end readmission cooperation with the Taliban, citing severe human rights concerns and risks to returnees.