Afghanistan facing worst humanitarian crisis in 25 years, NYT says

Afghanistan is facing its worst humanitarian crisis in a quarter century after widespread international aid cuts, leaving millions of children exposed to hunger and life-threatening conditions, the New York Times reported.

The report says the sudden halt of U.S. assistance forced the closure of hundreds of health centers nationwide, putting women and children at severe risk as medical access sharply declines.

Nearly 450 medical facilities have shut down, forcing pregnant women and sick children to travel long distances for treatment, with some women reportedly giving birth on the way due to lack of care.

Food insecurity has also intensified, with over 17 million Afghans now facing acute hunger, while aid agencies warn the country lacks resources to replace lost international support.

Afghanistan relied heavily on international humanitarian funding after the 2021 political transition, with billions of dollars supporting healthcare, food assistance, and community services across the country.

Recent natural disasters, including deadly earthquakes and the large-scale return of migrants from neighboring countries, have further strained already limited resources and humanitarian operations.

Aid agencies warn that without renewed international support, Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis could deepen further, causing long-term damage to public health and future generations.

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