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UN Urges $139M Aid for Earthquake Victims in Afghanistan

9/16/2025

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UNAMA and UNDP urged immediate international aid for thousands of earthquake-affected families in eastern Afghanistan as winter approaches.
They requested $139 million for shelter, food, and healthcare.
Roza Otunbayeva stressed the importance of women in humanitarian efforts, noting restrictions on female aid workers.
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake resulted in at least 2,164 deaths and left many homeless.
Humanitarian agencies have assisted over 60,800 people but face resource limitations.

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UNAMA and UNDP urged immediate international aid for thousands of earthquake-affected families in eastern Afghanistan as winter approaches.
They requested $139 million for shelter, food, and healthcare.
Roza Otunbayeva stressed the importance of women in humanitarian efforts, noting restrictions on female aid workers.
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake resulted in at least 2,164 deaths and left many homeless.
Humanitarian agencies have assisted over 60,800 people but face resource limitations.