Large cuts are expected in UN services for feeding and refugees

Great cuts are planned by the United Nations for feeding and refugees due to unprecedented funding restrictions. Specifically, the Food Service is expected to cut its workforce by up to 30%, which is going to affect up to 6,000 jobs. The humanitarian sector has been hit by cuts in funding by large donors, including the US under President Donald Trump and other Western countries as they prioritize defense spending. In an internal note sent to the staff on April 24, the head of the World Food Program (WFP) Steven said that the cuts are necessary due to the “unprecedented funding environment” with donations in 2025 amounting to $ 6.4 billion. “We continue to be anxious that the situation is not showing any improvement,” he said, adding that the planned cuts may not be enough […]
Source: News Beast

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