Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:33pm on 25 Jan 2025,Saturday International
The US State Department has paused most foreign aid after President Trump’s executive order for a 90-day review. Emergency food aid and military funding for Israel and Egypt are exceptions. The halt affects global development and military assistance programs, including water and sanitation projects. The review aims to ensure aid aligns with Trump’s policy of making America "stronger, safer, or more prosperous." Critics warn of severe impacts, with projects worldwide at risk. Former USAID officials say this pause is unprecedented in scale, potentially affecting humanitarian efforts in Gaza and Ukraine. A full review is expected within 85 days.
