The death toll now tops 300 , Pakistani authorities say . The Taliban launches a flash appeal for $ 460 million in aid . Pakistanis face soaring food costs and long - term shortages . `` Millions more are expected to suffer from the combined impact of continuing torrential rains and unprecedented water levels in the rivers , '' Holmes said . The Taliban tells people to expect U.S. aid .
The death toll now tops 300 , Pakistani authorities say . The Taliban launches a flash appeal for $ 460 million in aid . Pakistanis face soaring food costs and long - term shortages . The Taliban tells people to expect U.S. aid .