INTERNATIONAL — May 13, 2026
World Food Programme Discusses Aid and Development with Islamic Emirate Officials
The World Food Programme met with officials of the Islamic Emirate to discuss food aid, job creation, and support for returning migrants and war-affected families.
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Karl Skau, the Executive Deputy of the World Food Programme (WFP), met with Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanifi, the Administrative Deputy of the Prime Minister, to discuss humanitarian assistance and economic support in Afghanistan.
During the meeting, the WFP affirmed its commitment to supporting families affected by war, individuals harmed by incidents, and children suffering from malnutrition. The organization stated that its priorities include supporting domestic production and utilizing Afghan capacities to create job opportunities, with the goal of achieving national self-sufficiency.
Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanifi stated that more than five million migrants have returned to Afghanistan from neighboring countries over the past five years.
Additionally, WFP official John Eliff welcomed the national development strategy of the Islamic Emirate.
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The report provides specific names and titles of the officials involved (Karl Skau, Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanifi, John Eliff) and attributes specific statements to them, making the fact that these statements were made verifiable.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. RTA: "imposed wars" (suggests an external agenda/victimhood) and "fortunately... the Islamic Emirate has addressed their problems" (expresses a positive value judgment on the government's performance).
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