- The US will provide $2 billion to UN humanitarian aid in 2026.
- This contribution is significantly lower than previous US allocations and focuses on 17 specific countries.
- Funds will be managed by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), but exclude Afghanistan due to diversion risks.

A: Hey Hana! Did you hear about the US and the UN?

B: No, what's up?

A: The US is giving the UN 2 billion dollars for humanitarian aid this year!

B: Wow, that’s a lot of money! Is that good news?

A: Well… it's less than they usually give. Like, a *lot* less. They used to give 17 billion!

B: Seriously? That’s a big drop! Which countries will it help?

A: They're focusing on 17 countries. Ukraine and Sudan are on the list.

B: That's great for those places. But… I heard Afghanistan isn’t included.

A: Yeah, apparently there's worry the money could end up with the Taliban.

B: I see. So, it's a smaller amount, but still helpful, right?

A: Exactly! The UN guy said it could still save millions of lives.