Afghanistan, Dec. 17 -- The World Food Programme has urged the world community to provide urgent support, warning millions in Afghanistan face worsening hunger during winter months.

The World Food Programme (WFP) has urged the international community not to abandon Afghanistan during the harsh winter months, warning that the country is facing a rapidly worsening hunger crisis. In a statement on Wednesday, December 17, WFP said millions of Afghans are struggling amid compounding crises.

"This crisis is driven by drought, economic collapse, forced returns, earthquakes, and declining international aid," the agency said, highlighting the urgent need for sustained humanitarian support. According to WFP, 17 million people in Afghanistan are aff...