Why does the World Food Programme fear a major hunger crisis in 2026?
The UN World Food Programme warns that the conflict involving Iran is worsening global hunger by driving up food and energy costs. Millions more people in Somalia, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka are struggling to access enough food, while up to 45 million additional people could face food insecurity by the end of June 2026. This video explains why the crisis is happening, who is being affected, and what could happen next.
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