The real disaster in Afghanistan is humanitarian

Despite recent news coverage highlighting the destruction of ancient cultural treasures, the real disaster in Afghanistan is humanitarian. Some 12 million people are suffering the combined effects of severe drought and ongoing civil conflict, with up to 1 million facing starvation. The crisis is acute - but UNICEF Afghanistan is working to protect children and women.

UNICEF: Full Story

Photo © RAWA: public execution of an Afghan woman

Date of publication: 23/03/2001

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