'Act of self-harm' | United Nations facing job cuts after US funding pullback

The United Nations is bracing for a $500m shortfall in 2026, with at least 3,000 staff expected to lose their jobs as the organization seeks to manage a steep decline in US funding.

The proposed budget will shrink from $3.7bn to $3.2bn, cutting resources by 15.1% and staff posts by 18.8%. The changes will hit the core budget, while reductions in peacekeeping, humanitarian and health programs are also anticipated.