Hunger gains: Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis

The Intelligence from The Economist

EpisodeSep 15, 202120m

Hunger gains: Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis

The Intelligence from The Economist

EpisodeSep 15, 202120m

Economic collapse and halting international aid following the Taliban’s takeover have compounded shortages that were already deepening; we examine the unfolding disaster. The verdict in a blockbuster case against Apple might look like a win for the tech giant; a closer read reveals new battle lines. And the data that reveal how polluters behave when regulators are not watching.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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