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Why does aid run out?

Humanitarian aid relies heavily on donations from governments and individuals. When a crisis is prolonged or new global emergencies emerge, funding can become stretched or diverted. The IOM's warning in the story highlights this challenge, as a lack of new funds threatens to halt their crucial work in Sudan, leaving millions vulnerable.

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Sudan aid network could collapse without new funds

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