UN Pledges Fall Short in Addressing Ethiopia's Humanitarian Crisis

Despite international efforts, the UN conference raised only $630 million of the $1 billion needed to combat severe food insecurity and humanitarian needs in Ethiopia.

• The UN-led donor conference in Geneva aimed to gather $1 billion but secured only $630 million, highlighting a significant funding shortfall.
• More than 21 million Ethiopians require urgent humanitarian aid due to ongoing conflicts and climate crises, with projections of worsening conditions.
• The U.S., UK, and EU were among the top donors, with the U.S. contributing the most at approximately $253 million.
• Previous issues with aid diversion have led to stricter measures ensuring that aid reaches those in need, with resumed food distributions following reforms.
• Humanitarian officials emphasize the critical nature of the situation, urging immediate action to prevent further deterioration during the upcoming lean season.

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