A new global report highlights the devastating impact of conflict on food security, warning that nearly 150 million people are facing acute hunger. The report identifies conflict as the primary driver of malnutrition and famine risks, with escalating crises in regions such as the Sahel, the Horn of Africa, and the Middle East.
"Conflict remains the leading driver of hunger, affecting nearly 150 million people facing acute food shortages," the report states.
The findings underscore the urgent need for humanitarian access and ceasefires to prevent widespread famine. Without immediate action, the number of people at risk of starvation could rise dramatically, particularly in war-torn countries like Yemen, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.