<h1>US Aid Freeze Disrupts UN Agencies: Staff Cuts, Service Suspensions Impact Global Health and Refugee Support</h1> The US administration's freeze on foreign aid has caused significant disruptions for United Nations agencies, leading to staff cuts, budget reductions, and service suspensions in countries like Afghanistan, Sudan, and Ukraine. The UN Secretary-General expressed concern over the severe impact, with millions missing out on essential health and protection services. The UN refugee agency and the International Organisation for Migration have been notably affected, with funding cuts leading to halted services for displaced populations. The World Health Organisation and UNAIDS report severe setbacks in global health initiatives, including tuberculosis and HIV prevention efforts. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has allocated emergency funds to address these crises, but the overall situation remains dire.