Filippo Grandi, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, urged European leaders on Wednesday to safeguard humanitarian aid funding as they consider ramping up defense spending. He warned that severe cuts to aid programs could have destabilizing consequences, emphasizing that humanitarian assistance is also crucial for security. Grandi’s appeal comes as EU nations weigh significant military …

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