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KABUL — The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced that its humanitarian air services in Afghanistan are at risk of suspension in 2025 unless an urgent funding gap of $10.5 million is addressed. These air services are critical for delivering aid to remote and hard-to-reach areas, especially where road access is limited or non-existent due to security concerns or natural barriers.
In a statement released on Sunday, WFP emphasized the importance of the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) in facilitating the transport of humanitarian workers and essential supplies to isolated communities. The agency warned that without immediate financial support, these operations could cease, severely impacting the delivery of life-saving assistance to millions in need.Amu TV+1Wikipedia+1
Afghanistan remains one of the countries with the highest levels of humanitarian need globally, with ongoing conflicts, economic challenges, and climate-related disasters exacerbating the situation. The potential suspension of air services would further hinder efforts to provide critical support to vulnerable populations across the country.
WFP has called on the international community and donors to urgently mobilize resources to ensure the continuity of these vital air operations and prevent a deepening of the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.
