Could a war involving Iran lead to a hunger crisis?

The United Nations has issued a warning that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to significant increases in food and fertilizer prices, exacerbating global hunger. If shipping interruptions persist due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, the world may face a severe food crisis, with the potential for mass starvation. Currently, food prices are at a three-year high, and aid agencies are concerned that millions more may fall into hunger, particularly in vulnerable economies already struggling with debt and high import costs.

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