UN aid chief says situation in Somalia worsened by US war on Iran
The UN aid chief has criticized the US war on Iran for worsening the humanitarian situation in Somalia. Tom Fletcher stated that the conflict is impacting resources and aid distribution, leading to increased suffering in Mogadishu. He highlighted that food shortages and health conditions have deteriorated as a result of the ongoing conflict.
- ▪UN relief coordinator Tom Fletcher visited Somalia to assess the situation.
- ▪He criticized the US-Israeli conflict for diverting resources away from aid.
- ▪Fletcher noted that the humanitarian crisis in Mogadishu has worsened due to these conflicts.
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Toggle PlayUN aid chief says situation in Somalia worsened by US war on IranNewsFeedUN aid chief says situation in Somalia worsened by US war on IranUN relief coordinator Tom Fletcher has slammed the war on Iran during a visit to Somalia where he says people in Mogadishu are suffering more as a result of the US-Israeli conflict 3,000km away. He says resources being diverted away from aid have exacerbated food shortages and worsened health conditions.Published On 29 Apr 202629 Apr 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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