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2026-05-28 10:00:39

France ties foreign aid to its own economic interests

France's international partnerships minister says the country now explicitly seeks economic returns from foreign aid, prioritizing sectors where it has competitive advantages like trains and water treatment, amid budget cuts. read more

2026-05-27 13:10:11

Blair warns UK lost global soft power after aid cuts

Tony Blair warns UK aid cuts have diminished Britain's global influence, urging Labour to rebuild ties with the developing world through trade and investment, not traditional spending. He argues fiscal constraints prevent restoring aid but other assets remain valuable. read more

2026-05-19 15:10:06

Study Links USAID Cuts to Violence Surge in Africa

A study found the abrupt dismantling of USAID increased conflict in African aid-receiving areas. Sudden aid loss undermined livelihoods and reduced incentives for peace, while valuable resources remained. Violence surged, with protests and recruitment by armed groups rising. read more

2026-05-10 13:10:06

Aid Cuts Reverse Global Maternal Mortality Progress

Cuts to foreign aid are reversing decades of progress in reducing maternal mortality, with the WHO reporting slowed declines. In Central African Republic, midwives lost jobs and clinics closed, causing preventable deaths. The trend threatens millions more lives globally. read more

2026-04-23 15:10:08

Iran war fallout threatens Gulf humanitarian aid

Economic fallout from the Middle East conflict threatens Gulf states' foreign aid, as they reprioritize budgets toward defense and domestic needs. These nations provided $6 billion in aid last year, surpassing the US, but now face inward-looking shifts. read more

2026-04-17 13:10:05

Norway Bucks Global Trend, Vows Full Foreign Aid

Norway's development minister, a survivor of the 2011 terror attack, explains why the country maintains its foreign aid at 1% of GNI. He links this commitment to defending democratic values, international law, and global solidarity amid worldwide crises. read more

2026-04-12 08:40:11

Aid Chief Slams Soaring Military Spending as Strategic Mistake

The head of the Norwegian Refugee Council criticizes NATO's plan to boost military spending, calling it a strategic mistake. He urges China and India to increase foreign aid, highlighting cuts that jeopardize global stability and humanitarian projects. read more

2025-02-27 02:10:05

"Trump administration seeks Supreme Court aid funding freeze dismissal"

Trump urges the Supreme Court to halt a judge's order to pay $2 billion in foreign aid. Elon Musk's involvement in ending the aid agency adds chaos. The administration faces criticism for failing to comply with court orders, leading to possible layoffs and threats. read more

2025-02-26 12:20:46

US foreign aid freeze leaves aid workers worldwide in limbo

A USAid worker, along with supporters, retrieves her belongings from the humanitarian affairs office in Washington. The halt on foreign aid by Trump has left dedicated staff demoralized, impacting vital programs like HIV prevention in countries like Lesotho. read more

2025-02-20 06:10:45

US Aid Freeze Allows China to Expand Global Influence Swiftly

Trump's freeze on foreign aid may offer China an opportunity on the global stage, potentially shifting the balance of influence. The U.S.'s reduction in foreign assistance could inadvertently enhance China's standing, spurring concerns over global dynamics. read more

2025-02-14 14:40:04

Federal Judge Orders Temporary Release of Frozen US Aid Funds

The US judge orders a temporary lift on the Trump administration's freeze affecting foreign aid funding, giving a five-day deadline to prove compliance. The ruling challenges the abrupt halt in aid, highlighting financial repercussions and potential collapse of suppliers and nonprofits. read more

2025-02-14 04:50:03

Judge Orders Lift on Trump Administration's Foreign Aid Funding Freeze

Judge Amir Ali has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily lift the freeze on US foreign aid, stating it would have a catastrophic effect on humanitarian missions. The decision is a setback for President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. read more

2025-02-08 08:10:04

David Lammy warns Trump on foreign aid cuts as UK's cautionary tale

David Lammy cautions against Trump's foreign aid cuts, calling it a possible strategic error, drawing from the UK's own aid reduction fallout. Trump's freezing of USAID alarms countries reliant on aid, with programs affected. The UK's quick Dfid closure serves as a lesson. read more

2025-02-04 02:40:05

Trump Enlists Musk to Oversee Reorganization of USAid Agency

The USAid agency provides foreign aid but doesn't align with Trump's 'America first' policy, leading to a planned merger with the State Department. Elon Musk is involved in the revamp. USAid, funded by Congress, supports numerous countries and initiatives, but Trump and Musk criticize its work. read more

2025-01-25 11:10:03

"US Freezes Foreign Aid Funding, Exempts Emergency Food Programs"

US State Department freezes funding for nearly all foreign aid programs worldwide following a 90-day pause in assistance ordered by President Trump. Exceptions include emergency food programs and military aid to Israel and Egypt. read more

2025-01-23 07:10:03

"Global Aid Cuts Raise Concerns Over Development Assistance Future"

Foreign aid spending hit a record $223bn in 2023, yet wealthy countries are cutting aid budgets. Some nations, like the Netherlands and the UK, face reductions. More money is now spent hosting refugees domestically. The legitimacy of foreign aid as a global policy is questioned. read more

2024-04-24 02:40:04

The US Senate passed aid bills worth billions to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan after months of delay, with bipartisan support and a focus on military assistance. The legislation addressed concerns about Ukrainian battlefield casualties and included measures against Russia and Iran read more

2024-04-23 20:10:04

Senate Democrats, including Bernie Sanders, talk about limiting foreign aid to Israel due to Gaza crisis but fail to act, with the Senate voting down the possibility of amendments to the $95 billion aid package swiftly passed to aid Ukraine. read more

2024-04-23 17:40:04

The US Senate plans to finalize a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, following House approval. The package also includes a proposal that may lead to a US TikTok ban. Political tensions persist over allocating funds to allies and banning TikTok. read more

2024-04-23 14:10:11

The Senate will vote on a bill for foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel, and allies, including forcing TikTok's parent company to divest. Amendments may be proposed to cut Israel's offensive funding. Bernie Sanders plans to challenge support for Israel's actions. read more

2024-04-18 21:50:04

The US House of Representatives will vote on three foreign aid bills totaling $94bn, providing aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, with additional funds for GOP foreign policy priorities. Speaker Mike Johnson faces calls for removal from far-right members. read more

2024-04-18 05:40:04

House Speaker Mike Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid packages for Ukraine and Israel. The $95bn bill, including provisions for economic assistance and military support, faces division within the Republican party, with threats to oust Johnson. read more

2024-04-17 19:10:04

Mike Johnson, the House speaker, proceeds with foreign aid proposals despite potential removal by fellow Republicans who demand stricter border policies linked with Ukraine aid. Democrats' pledge for support increases odds of bill approval. read more

2024-04-17 18:10:09

Speaker Mike Johnson introduces separate bills for foreign aid, allocating $60 billion to Ukraine and $26 billion to Israel. The bills are set for a vote in the House of Representatives amid calls from far-right members to remove Johnson as Speaker. read more