War and drought threaten world food security — 645m people at risk

An estimated 645 million people worldwide currently face hunger due to a combination of active conflicts and severe weather conditions. The global food security crisis is primarily driven by the impact of Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and the onset of the El Niño climate pattern.

While the resulting disruptions and market shocks are felt universally, the crisis carries severe implications that extend far beyond immediate conflict zones, threatening vulnerable populations across the globe.