Afghanistan faces a humanitarian crisis as millions lack shelter and warm clothing

Updated 2026-10-31 · told from many outlets at once

The UNHCR says nearly four million Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran between January 2025 and July 2026, with many lacking winter clothing.

• The UNHCR aims to raise at least $50 million for winter support.
• The UNHCR stated that close to four million Afghans returned from Pakistan and Iran.
• Nearly one-third of assessed households reported having insufficient winter clothing.

Outlets: Free Malaysia Today, Hasht-e Subh (English), KabulNow, Kyiv Post, Times of Central Asia

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