Afghanistan, Dec. 22 -- More than 21 million people lack access to safe drinking water in Afghanistan, the European Union says, as conflict, climate change and weak infrastructure worsen shortages.
The lack of access to safe drinking water remains one of the most serious humanitarian challenges in Afghanistan, affecting millions across the country.
According to the European Union's humanitarian aid office for Asia, more than 21 million people in Afghanistan do not have access to clean water, a situation worsened by years of conflict, damaged infrastructure, and deteriorating climate conditions.
The EU office said water scarcity has intensified in both urban and rural areas, forcing families to rely on unsafe sources that increase the ris...