Country: Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Source: World Food Programme
Please refer to the attached file.
IN NUMBERS
35,826 people assisted in May (51% female)
383 mt food distributed in May
USD 195,778 cash transferred in May
USD 19.2 required in the next six months (June – November2026)
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Despite the escalation in the region, WFP remains steadfast in its commitment to the people it serves. The operation in Iran continues without disruption, with teams on the ground ensuring uninterrupted delivery of food and cash assistance to the most vulnerable refugees residing in settlements. WFP is also in close consultation with the Government to explore opportunities to scale up its operations.
- As part of the ongoing inclusion of 7,000 newly referred refugees, a total of 1,900 beneficiaries have been added to the settlements since March 2026, with additional eligible individuals expected to be incorporated progressively in WFP assistance.