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Global aid system contracts: 64 million fewer people received aid in 2025
Guardian WorldLO·2 days ago
Humanitarian funding fell to an estimated $33.3 billion in 2025, down from a peak of $47.5 billion in 2022, according to a report. The reduction is likely driven by donor budget cuts and competing priorities, leaving millions with reduced assistance. The trend signals a sustained contraction in global aid capacity, with implications for crisis-affected populations.