Global hunger report highlights increasing malnutrition and famine risks

Famine was confirmed in the Gaza Strip and Sudan in 2025, marking the first dual confirmation since formal famine reporting began. The Global Report on Food Crises revealed that approximately 266 million people faced acute food insecurity across 47 countries, with conflict and violence as primary drivers. The report also highlighted that 35.5 million children were acutely malnourished, underscoring ongoing humanitarian challenges amidst declining aid financing.

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