The Kabul Tribune (KT) — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia said a ceremony was held on April 23 in Mazar-i-Sharif to mark the delivery of the first batch of Russian humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, consisting of fortified wheat flour.
The ministry said the assistance forms part of Russia’s
broader contribution to the World Food Programme, totaling approximately 3,977
metric tons.
No further details were immediately provided about the
distribution timeline or target beneficiaries.
The delivery comes as Afghanistan continues to face a severe
humanitarian crisis, with millions of people in need of food assistance
following years of economic challenges, natural disasters, and reduced
international funding.
International
organizations, including the World Food Programme, have repeatedly warned that
food insecurity remains widespread, particularly in rural and drought-affected
areas.
