Severe poverty forces Afghan families into desperate measures, UN data shows
Three-quarters of Afghanistan's population cannot meet basic needs amid ongoing economic crisis.

Afghanistan is experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis, with three out of four people unable to meet their basic needs according to recent data.
The economic collapse has left families across the country struggling to secure food, shelter, and other necessities. The crisis has intensified since the Taliban returned to power in August 2021, leading to frozen international assets and suspended aid programs.
The dire economic conditions have pushed many Afghan families into extreme poverty. International sanctions and the withdrawal of foreign support have contributed to widespread unemployment and currency devaluation.
Humanitarian organizations continue to document the deteriorating conditions across the country, with particular concern for vulnerable populations including women and children who face additional restrictions under current governance.
The United Nations and other international bodies have called for increased humanitarian assistance, though political complications continue to affect the delivery of aid to the Afghan population.