Turkey Donates $500,000 to Afghanistan Through UN Trust Fund

The UN Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan has announced a $500,000 donation from Turkey to support humanitarian assistance and development programs in the country.

The fund expressed gratitude for the contribution on Wednesday, stating it will increase delivery of essential services and strengthen economic and climate resilience for returnees and internally displaced persons.

Afghanistan faces one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises with over 23 million people requiring assistance amid economic collapse, drought, and severe funding shortages. The situation has worsened dramatically since August 2021, with millions facing acute food insecurity and limited access to basic healthcare, education, and clean water.

The donation follows a $2.3 million contribution from Luxembourg announced earlier by the UN Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan.

International aid has become increasingly critical as Afghanistan struggles with mass forced returns of refugees from neighboring countries, widespread unemployment, and harsh winter conditions. Despite the urgent needs, humanitarian funding remains far below requirements, with aid organizations warning of catastrophic consequences if the gap is not addressed.

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs also reported nearly $1 million in aid from Norway on Tuesday for Afghanistan’s humanitarian response.

OCHA estimates approximately $1.7 billion is needed in 2026 to address the humanitarian needs of vulnerable Afghans, significantly more than current funding levels.

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