USAID cancelled the distribution of 100,000 post-rape kits intended for survivors in the conflict-affected eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid ongoing violence involving M23 rebels and the Congolese army. This cancellation has left many survivors without vital medication, increasing their risk of unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. The suspension of USAID activities in the region has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis. Separately, nearly $10 million worth of US-funded contraceptives destined for poor nations are being sent from Belgium to France for incineration after the US government rejected offers from the United Nations and family planning organizations to purchase or distribute the supplies. Belgian officials reportedly attempted to negotiate alternatives to destruction, but concerns remain that the contraceptives could be diverted to organizations providing abortion services, which the US government aims to prevent.