AIDS Crisis Looms: Impact of US Foreign Aid Freeze

The Trump administration's halt on foreign aid threatens the global fight against AIDS. With PEPFAR's future uncertain, millions risk losing access to essential HIV medications. Health experts warn of a resurgence in AIDS-related deaths if immediate action is not taken to reverse this policy change.

The Trump administration has halted foreign aid, casting a shadow over the global fight against AIDS. This policy shift endangers the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which has been pivotal in combating the disease worldwide.

Experts warn that without PEPFAR's support, millions could lose access to antiviral drugs that control HIV. This setback could lead to a rise in AIDS-related deaths, harkening back to the crisis of past decades.

The international community, including health organizations and affected individuals, is pressing for a swift reversal of this decision, fearing a medical and humanitarian crisis if no alternative solutions emerge.

(With inputs from agencies.)