Afghanistan, Nov. 11 -- The World Food Programme warns millions of children and mothers in Afghanistan face critical food shortages this winter, urging urgent international aid immediately.

The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that millions of children and mothers in Afghanistan face critical condition due to severe food shortages and lack of basic services. Many families remain without access to humanitarian aid.

John Aylieff, WFP's director in Afghanistan, cautioned that as winter approaches, any reduction in assistance could worsen the crisis and put children's lives at risk.

The agency said it is working with local and international organizations to deliver food and nutrition support to affected areas, aiming to prevent deaths a...