What aid is reaching quake survivors?

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Aid to quake survivors in Afghanistan includes emergency funds from the UN, pledges from India, China, the EU, UK, Australia, and South Korea, and helicopter deliveries of medicine, food, and water. However, much aid is slow to arrive, with many survivors relying on makeshift shelters and local efforts as international support remains limited and roads are blocked.

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Afghanistan quake death toll passes 2200 as food supplies run low

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A magnitude 6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, destroying entire villages. 7s
Rescue efforts are hindered by landslides, blocked roads, and slow aid delivery. 17s
Hospitals are overwhelmed with injured survivors, many of whom have lost family members. 57s
The Afghan government has appealed for more international aid, but response has been slow. 1m 29s
The earthquake adds to Afghanistan's ongoing crises, including drought and economic collapse. 1m 47s

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Afghanistan quake death toll passes 2200 as food supplies run low

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Afghanistan quake death toll passes 2200 as food supplies run low

Survivors say aid has been slow to arrive; many rely on makeshift tents, and hospitals are overwhelmed. Mobile clinics treat the wounded where possible.