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Is $450m a lot for food aid?

While $450 million is a substantial sum, it's a relatively modest amount in the context of global humanitarian needs. The World Food Programme's total annual budget is typically in the billions, and the global funding gap for food security is much larger. This $450 million is specifically for six months of operations in Gaza.

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Funding shortages force World Food Programme to cut aid to Gaza

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