US-Israeli war on Iran will push 30 million back into poverty, UN warns
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US-Israeli war on Iran will push 30 million back into poverty, UN warns

Al Jazeera·4h ago·Fear

What Happened

The United Nations warned that ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran threatens to push over 30 million people into poverty. Disruptions to fuel and fertilizer supplies through the Strait of Hormuz have already reduced agricultural productivity globally. Food insecurity will peak in months, with countries including India, Bangladesh, Egypt, and Kenya at highest risk, UNDP administrator Alexander De Croo stated.

Key Entities

United NationsUNDPAlexander De CrooIranUnited StatesIsraelStrait of HormuzFAOIndiaBangladeshEgyptKenya

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