"The world is on fire and this is how we put it out," the United Nations' new humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher told reporters in Geneva. He expressed his concern about the overwhelming needs exceeded available relief funds.
Fletcher acknowledged the UN's appeal had limitations, stating, "There's 115 million that we won't be able to reach" with this funding, underscoring the challenges posed by ongoing global crises.
He warned that rising inequality combined with the convergence of conflict and climate change has created a "perfect storm" of needs, stressing the urgency for increased funding and support.
Fletcher pointed to significant "donor fatigue" affecting humanitarian efforts, stating that this year’s appeal was only 43% met, resulting in drastic reductions in aid such as an 80% drop in food aid for Syria.
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