RASC News Agency: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Aid (OCHA) announced on November 24th that Ireland has pledged 500,000 euros in humanitarian aid for Afghanistan in 2023. This generous contribution is part of the ongoing global humanitarian support for Afghanistan. OCHA expressed its gratitude to Ireland for their assistance in helping the people of Afghanistan.
Since 2020, Ireland’s humanitarian aid to Afghanistan’s humanitarian aid fund has reached a total of 6.5 million euros. Despite the influx of aid and the efforts to address the crises and challenges in Afghanistan, the need for humanitarian assistance in the country remains high. OCHA emphasized the importance of continued support to meet the urgent needs of the Afghanistani people.
Recent events in Afghanistan, including the control of the Taliban group, have further exacerbated the situation. The country has experienced a devastating earthquake in the Herat province, and there has been a significant influx of Afghanistani asylum seekers expelled from Pakistan and Iran. These events have significantly increased the number of vulnerable individuals in Afghanistan.
According to reports, more than 300,000 Afghanistani immigrants have been forcibly expelled from Pakistan since November 1, with the process ongoing. This mass deportation during the cold winter season has raised concerns among the United Nations. Earlier, the UN had urged Pakistan to halt the forced deportation of Afghanistani migrants during this harsh period. The situation highlights the urgent need for continued humanitarian aid and support for Afghanistani citizens.