Afghanistan's Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Funding Cuts Force Closure of Health Clinics

Five years after the Taliban's return to power, Afghanistan is grappling with one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, with 21.9 million people requiring assistance. Despite the immense need, humanitarian funding has declined, leading to the closure of 30 CARE-supported clinics and approximately 150 health facilities nationwide since January. This exacerbates the crisis, particularly for women and girls, who face life-threatening consequences due to limited access to essential healthcare.