UNICEF: Nearly 23 Million, Including 12 Million Children, in Need of Humanitarian Assistance in Afghanistan by 2025
UNICEF warns that 22.9 million people, including 12 million children, need humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan by 2025.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has released a report indicating that the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan is deepening, with an estimated 22.9 million people requiring urgent assistance in 2025, Khaama Press reported. This figure includes 12 million children, highlighting the critical need for ongoing humanitarian support to protect the most vulnerable populations.
The report underscores the severity of the situation, as millions struggle to survive amid worsening conditions exacerbated by natural disasters and climate change. UNICEF emphasizes the importance of sustained aid to alleviate human suffering and improve living standards for those affected.
Additionally, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that nearly 15 million people in Afghanistan are facing severe food insecurity as Ramadan approaches. Many are uncertain about their next meal, with 3.1 million individuals experiencing acute hunger.
The crisis has intensified since the Taliban took power in 2021, leading to significant economic and social challenges, particularly for women and children. The ongoing conflict, economic collapse, and restrictions on aid have left the population vulnerable to malnutrition, disease, and extreme poverty.
The international community is urged to respond urgently to this dire humanitarian situation. Without comprehensive and sustained support, the future remains bleak for millions of Afghans, especially children.
