Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- The United Nations has requested $1.71 billion for 2026 to support humanitarian programs in Afghanistan, citing widespread poverty, unemployment, and urgent relief needs.
The United Nations has requested $1.71 billion in funding for humanitarian programs in Afghanistan for 2026, warning that the country remains one of the world's largest humanitarian crises despite a slight reduction in overall needs.
According to the UN Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, approximately 21.9 million people, nearly 45 percent of the population, will require humanitarian assistance next year. Ongoing conflict, economic fragility, food insecurity, and climate-related shocks are cited as the main drivers of need.
The UN report highl...