Afghanistan, Feb. 5 -- Afghanistan is facing its worst humanitarian crisis in a quarter century after widespread international aid cuts, leaving millions of children exposed to hunger and life-threatening conditions, the New York Times reported.
The report says the sudden halt of U.S. assistance forced the closure of hundreds of health centers nationwide, putting women and children at severe risk as medical access sharply declines.
Nearly 450 medical facilities have shut down, forcing pregnant women and sick children to travel long distances for treatment, with some women reportedly giving birth on the way due to lack of care.
Food insecurity has also intensified, with over 17 million Afghans now facing acute hunger, while aid agencies w...