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Malnutrition Soars in Afghanistan Amid Aid Cuts

2/4/2026

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  • Since the Trump administration cut foreign aid to Afghanistan, malnutrition has surged, with 4 million children at risk.
  • The United States previously provided nearly $1 billion annually in aid, but funding declined, causing health-center closures.
  • A recent study projects global aid cuts could cause 9.4 million additional deaths by 2030, including 2.5 million under five.
  • Experts warn these cuts are already harming health systems and limiting access to essential services.