Association for Defending Victims of Terrorism – Amidst a growing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the world to take action during a “make or break” moment for the country.
“If we do not act and help Afghans weather this storm, and do it soon, not only they but all the world will pay a heavy price”, Mr. Guterres told journalists in New York, ahead of Tuesday, when G20 leading industrialized nations will meet to discuss the country embroiled in crisis.
Currently, at least 18 million people, or about half of the country’s population are affected.
“Without food, without jobs, without their rights protected, we will see more and more Afghans fleeing their homes in search of a better life. The flow of illicit drugs, criminal and terrorist networks will also likely increase”, Mr. Guterres warned.
For him, “this will not only badly affect Afghanistan itself, but also the region and the rest of the world”.
