VOICED : Más de la mitad de la población afgana, al borde de una crisis alimentaria

Afghanistan faces a severe humanitarian crisis, with over half the population experiencing acute food shortages. The crisis is exacerbated by climate change-induced drought and the Taliban's takeover, leading to increased food insecurity. Nearly 9 million people are at risk of extreme hunger. The situation in Afghanistan is more dire than in Yemen or Syria, and only surpassed by the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Taliban announced a work-for-wheat aid program, but international sanctions and insufficient UN funding hinder relief efforts.

What are the main factors contributing to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan?

• Economic sanctions and political instability

• Drought due to climate change and Taliban's takeover

• Lack of international aid and support

• Overpopulation and resource mismanagement

How many people in Afghanistan are expected to face extreme levels of food insecurity this winter?

• 23 million

• 9 million

• 5 million

• 15 million

Which country is facing a food crisis more severe than Afghanistan, according to the transcript?

• Democratic Republic of the Congo

• None

• Syria

• Yemen

What initiative did the Taliban announce to address the crisis?

• Providing free meals to the needy

• Offering wheat in exchange for work

• Launching a new agricultural policy

• Seeking international financial aid

What challenge is the UN facing in its humanitarian response plan for Afghanistan?

• Lack of skilled personnel

• Insufficient funding

• Political interference

• Logistical issues