More than 1.2 million people in Lebanon are expected to face acute hunger this year due to conflict, displacement, and economic pressures. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the World Food Programme (WFP), and Lebanon’s Ministry of Agriculture warned that 1.24 million people are expected to face food insecurity at crisis levels or worse between April and August. This figure represents a significant deterioration compared to the situation before the recent war broke out on March 2, with an estimated 874,000 people experiencing acute food insecurity. The conflict has reversed recent food security gains in Lebanon, pushing the country back into crisis.
Why It Matters
The escalation of violence in Lebanon has led to a sharp increase in acute food insecurity, affecting over 1.2 million people. The ceasefire that took effect in April has reduced the intensity of the fighting, but the situation remains dire. Urgent humanitarian and livelihood support is needed to prevent further deepening of food insecurity in the country. The conflict’s impact on agricultural livelihoods and food security underscores the urgent need for emergency assistance to support farmers and prevent further deterioration.
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