Carl Skau, the Director of Operations for the World Food Program, has recently stated that Afghanistan is facing the worst wave of malnutrition in its history, with five million children and mothers in need of treatment.
Mr. Skau shared a message on his X account, reporting on his visit to a clinic near Jalalabad and calling for immediate funding and expedited humanitarian aid deliveries through Pakistan to Afghanistan.
He emphasized that he witnessed desperate mothers returning empty-handed due to the depletion of specialized food for children and women.
In his message, this UN official stressed the need for further actions to address the health challenges faced by the people.
He also noted in another message that recent months have been particularly difficult for the people of Afghanistan.
The Director of Operations for the World Food Program pointed out that the people of Afghanistan have endured significant hardships due to earthquakes, floods, conflicts with Pakistan, and the repercussions of the Middle East crisis.
He added that the World Food Program team is working to assist the most vulnerable individuals, enhance access and empowerment for women, and improve lives.
It is worth mentioning that this UN official expressed concern about the state of malnutrition and health challenges faced by the people of Afghanistan while citizens continue to live in poverty and food insecurity.
