The World Bank warns of rising deaths due to air pollution, while doctors in Kabul report a surge in respiratory illnesses .
Environmental officials state Afghanistan suffers from cross-border pollution but lacks international funding to combat the crisis.
The burning of low-quality fuels like plastic and tires for heating in winter has made Kabul’s air toxic.
UNICEF reports that 40% of deaths among children under five are caused by respiratory diseases.
Toofan Jobran, an environmental official, says the politicization of climate funds hinders aid.
Despite efforts to reduce pollution, climate change and drought have exacerbated the situation.
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