UN Warns Middle East Conflict is Driving Historic Levels of Global Hunger
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The United Nations World Food Programme says that conflict in the Middle East has caused 363 million people around the world to face serious hunger. The UN agency reports that about 45 million people are at immediate risk of famine. The fighting, especially involving Iran, has disrupted trade and farming, which has made the problem worse.
The crisis is also related to high oil prices, expensive food transport, and not enough fertiliser. These issues have made food costs rise, and many people in poorer countries cannot afford basic food items now.
The UN says that a big reduction in international aid has forced them to cut food rations in poor areas. They warn that the situation could worsen unless more help and financing become available soon.
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Vocabulary
6 wordsA very dangerous or difficult situation.
A long period with very little food.
Stopped something from working normally.
Making something less or smaller in amount.
Help or support, usually from organisations or countries.
Providing money for something important.
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