WFP says it has paused food distribution in Ethiopia's Tigray region over diversion concerns

The United Nations World Food Programme said it has paused food distribution in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region and will not resume until it can ensure the aid will reach the intended recipients, citing reports that aid was being diverted.

"WFP is also strongly reiterating to our cooperating partners that they monitor and report any illicit activities and that they are enforcing the agreed controls," it said in a statement late on Wednesday.