Khaama: A recent report from a U.S.-based agency warns that Afghanistan is on the brink of a widespread food security crisis due to unprecedented declines in rainfall, rising temperatures, and severe agricultural conditions. More than half of the country’s population now requires humanitarian aid. The findings from the “Famine Early Warning Network,” supported by U.S. government funding and in collaboration with organizations such as the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, indicate that Afghanistan will experience 40% lower-than-average rainfall between October 2024 and April 2025. This marks a significant departure from the 40-year historical averages. Click here to read more (external link).