Trump’s ‘adapt, shrink or die’ UN policy: US pledges $2 bn to humanitarian aid, down from $17 bn peak

The US announced a $2 billion pledge for UN humanitarian aid, significantly less than previous years, as part of a push for major reforms and more efficient funding through OCHA. The new funding mechanism will prioritize 17 countries but excludes Afghanistan and the Palestinian territories. US officials say the move aims to deliver more focused aid with fewer tax dollars, but critics warn of negative impacts on global humanitarian efforts.