otherMar 19, 2026

World Food Programme warns of mass food insecurity if Middle East conflict continues

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The World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Tuesday that the escalating hostilities in the Middle East could lead to record levels of food insecurity and the largest disruption in humanitarian intervention since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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James Brierley; U Ottawa Faculty; CABy James Brierley; U Ottawa Faculty; CA
The World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Tuesday that the escalating hostilities in the Middle East could lead to record levels of food insecurity and the largest disruption in humanitarian intervention since the COVID-19 pandemic. WFP Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operatin…

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