UNAIDS warns that the world risks a resurgence of the HIV epidemic after a sharp decline in international funding to combat the disease. The U.N. agency says a “profound shock” occurred last year, when global financing fell by 18%, nearly a fifth compared with the prior period. Both outlets report that the funding drop raises concerns that HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and related programs may face disruptions, potentially undermining progress made in controlling the epidemic. The warning is based on a new UNAIDS report released as part of the agency’s ongoing assessments of HIV response efforts worldwide. The coverage emphasizes that reduced resources can slow or interrupt existing interventions and increase the likelihood of new infections if support does not return to previous levels. While the reports do not specify which countries or programs are most affected, they present the funding decline as a significant risk factor for future HIV trends. The articles therefore frame the funding decrease as a key driver behind UNAIDS’ forecast of potential resurgence.