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WHO Faces Financial Crisis Amid U.S. Withdrawal Plans

1/24/2025

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The World Health Organization (WHO) faces a financial crisis as the U.S. prepares to withdraw by January 2026, following President Trump's criticism of its pandemic response. In response, WHO is tightening its belt by slashing travel costs and freezing new hires, grappling with over $130 million in unpaid dues and looming budget cuts.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) faces a financial crisis as the U.S. prepares to withdraw by January 2026, following President Trump's criticism of its pandemic response. In response, WHO is tightening its belt by slashing travel costs and freezing new hires, grappling with over $130 million in unpaid dues and looming budget cuts.