U.S. aid cuts have forced the closure of about 80% of Sudan’s emergency food kitchens, worsening the hunger crisis and leaving people in desperate situations. The World Food Programme has paused aid in areas with increased violence, while UN officials note over 12 million displaced and 24.6 million experiencing acute hunger. Immediate support is critical.
The recent cuts to U.S. aid have resulted in the closure of approximately 1,100 emergency food kitchens in Sudan, exacerbating an already dire hunger crisis. Aid workers report that the situation has left many residents ‘screaming from hunger in the streets.’ Additionally, the World Food Programme has halted aid distribution in North Darfur’s Zamzam camp due to escalating violence, affecting vital food supplies.
UN aid officials have reported severe humanitarian impacts in Sudan, where nearly two years of ongoing conflict have led to significant suffering. Over 12 million individuals have been displaced, with millions fleeing to neighboring countries. Currently, over 24.6 million people—more than half the nation’s population—are facing acute hunger, highlighting the urgent need for assistance and intervention in the region.
The U.S. aid cuts have critically intensified Sudan’s hunger crisis, leading to the closure of numerous emergency food kitchens and increased human suffering. The humanitarian situation is dire, with millions displaced and facing acute hunger due to ongoing conflicts. Immediate global support and humanitarian intervention are essential to address these crises and alleviate the suffering of the Sudanese population.
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