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Fact-Checker Debunks DOGE Claim That Biden Spent Millions on Condoms for Gaza, Points Out That Trump Spent Millions on Condoms

A professional fact-checker has debunked claims from the Trump administration accusing the Biden administration of spending $50 million to send condoms to Gaza, further pointing out that Trump himself spent millions on sending contraceptives to developing areas around the globe during his first administration.

Latin Times

Pauses on U.S. foreign aid and local grants send funders and nonprofits scrambling

The Trump administration has made or initiated major policy changes that impact nonprofits and their missions in its first week

The Independent UK

Trump doubles down on $50 million condoms for Gaza claim — but the details are murky

The Trump administration clarified the claim on Wednesday, saying the $50 million was part of a broader aid package

The Independent UK

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UN aid agencies cut back operations after Trump’s 90-day funding suspension

Exclusive: UNHCR chief orders clampdown on spending, including 90-day delay in ordering new supplies and hiring freeze

The Guardian - US

Marco Rubio Freezes Foreign Aid, Halts Funding For Condoms In Gaza

Secretary Rubio freezes foreign aid, including condoms in Gaza, due to security concerns and alignment with Trump's agenda.

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A US shutdown on foreign aid is hitting from Africa to Asia to Ukraine. Here's how

The Independent UK

Dozens Of USAID Officials Placed On Leave Amid Trump Investigation

56 USAID officials placed on leave amid resistance to Trump's directives. 90-day pause on foreign assistance leads to layoffs.

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Charities reeling from USAid freeze warn of ‘life or death’ effects

Abrupt order has done ‘serious damage’, say experts, with supply chains halted, HIV clinics struggling to source drugs and refugee camps facing loss of vital services

The Guardian - UK

Dozens Of USAID Officials Placed On Leave Amid Investigation

Investigation at USAID leads to senior officials placed on leave amid Trump's foreign assistance freeze. Ongoing review of aid programs.

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Dozens Of Senior USAID Officials Placed On Leave

Trump administration places 60 senior USAID officials on leave, sparking concerns and uncertainty in foreign assistance programs.

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Ukraine war briefing: Shock as Trump aid freeze hits Ukrainian causes

Veterans’ help and healthcare among NGOs whose USAid funding has been cut off; Hungary steps aside from blocking Russia sanctions. What we know on day 1,070

The Guardian - AU

Secretary Of State Marco Rubio Pauses U.S. Foreign Assistance

The U.S. has paused foreign aid to align with 'America First' agenda, reviewing programs for effectiveness.

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US orders halt to virtually all foreign aid except for Israel and Egypt

Internal memo to US state department staff explicitly makes exceptions for military assistance to Israel and Egypt

The Guardian - US

Israeli attacks kill 50 more Palestinians as troops storm northern Gaza hospital

US pressures expert monitoring group into withdrawing famine warning for northern Gaza

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Retraction of US-backed Gaza famine report draws anger, scrutiny

Report by USAID-funded network said ‘highly likely’ the threshold for famine has been surpassed in northern Gaza.

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US Withdraws Famine Warning For North Gaza

Dispute over famine warning in north Gaza withdrawn after U.S. pressure, raising concerns of political interference in humanitarian crisis monitoring.

The Independent UK

The US says it pushed retraction of a famine warning for north Gaza. Aid groups express concern.

U.S. officials say they asked for — and got — the retraction of an independent monitor's warning of imminent famine in north Gaza

The Conversation

Vaccines can put an end to HIV – African governments must take the lead in developing them

HIV remains a major global public health challenge.

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The Independent UK

From yuck to profits: Some Zimbabwe farmers turn to maggots to survive drought and thrive

It was an alarming, even sickening, suggestion: Farmers in Zimbabwe hit hard by drought should farm maggots to feed their animals and boost their household incomes

International Business Times

Urban Mosquito Sparks Malaria Surge In East Africa

The spread of a mosquito in East Africa that thrives in urban areas and is immune to insecticide is fuelling a surge in malaria that could reverse decades of progress against the disease, experts say.

Radio France Internationale

Trump's re-election stirs up both hopes and doubts in Africa

African leaders have been quick to congratulate Donald Trump on his re-election, expressing optimism for stronger partnerships with the United States. Yet, analysts suggest that Trump’s next four years are unlikely to bring significant change to the US-Africa relationship, with many expecting the return of a “transactional” approach to diplomacy.

The Independent UK

Food aid interventions can curb climate change-induced hardship. But should they do more?

The United States foreign food aid program can be a big help when extreme weather fueled by climate change hammers communities

The Guardian - UK

Israel mulls using private security contractors to deliver aid to Gaza

Discussion about letting private firms bid for contracts comes before Knesset vote on banning UN relief agency from operating in Israel

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Senator Tom Cotton Raises Concerns Over Aid Diversion To Hamas

Senator Cotton raises concerns about U.S. aid potentially benefiting Hamas, sparking debate over UNRWA's ties to terrorism.

The Guardian - US

US officials attend Gaza aid meetings on site of Israeli prison accused of ‘horrific’ torture

Revealed: USAid officials meet Israeli counterparts at Sde Teiman base, where detainees say abuse runs rampant

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