The World Food Programme announced in September that it would reduce the number of food-aid recipients in the occupied West Bank by 50 percent, citing critical funding constraints and reduced international funding. The agency said about 900,000 people in the West Bank are suffering from food insecurity.
WHO:The World Food Programme
WHAT:Announced a 50 percent reduction in the number of food-aid recipients in the occupied West Bank.
WHEN:Reported Oct 24, 2026 at 3:09 AM ET
WHERE:West Bank
WHY:The WFP cited critical funding constraints resulting from reduced funding from international funders.
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