Could Iran war trigger a hunger crisis?
Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: May 14, 2026Country: Iran
PoliticsBusiness & Economy

The United Nations warns that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could drive up food and fertilizer costs, worsening global hunger. If fertilizers cannot pass through this route within the coming weeks, the world could face mass starvation. Food prices are already at a three-year high, and aid agencies fear that prolonged disruptions could push millions more into food insecurity.
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