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Global Aid Cuts Threaten Relief Amid Escalating Crises

1/18/2026

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Jagan Chapagain, secretary-general of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, says U.S. and European aid cuts are reducing life-saving relief as wars escalate and funding falls.
He notes rising needs in Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine despite funding cuts.
Chapagain emphasizes growing attacks on aid workers and questions the viability of neutrality and protection in modern conflicts.
The humanitarian system faces unprecedented challenges amid these crises.

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Jagan Chapagain, secretary-general of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, says U.S. and European aid cuts are reducing life-saving relief as wars escalate and funding falls.
He notes rising needs in Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine despite funding cuts.
Chapagain emphasizes growing attacks on aid workers and questions the viability of neutrality and protection in modern conflicts.
The humanitarian system faces unprecedented challenges amid these crises.