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Worldpublico12d ago

El Niño Predicted to Worsen Acute Hunger for Millions by 2027

The UN World Food Programme warns that the El Niño climate phenomenon could exacerbate acute hunger for an additional 49 million people by 2027, primarily impacting Central America and Southern Africa and worsening crises in already fragile countries.

U.S. Restores Health Aid to UN Agencies
WorldNYT15d ago

U.S. Restores Health Aid to UN Agencies

The U.S. has resumed providing some vaccine and health aid to Unicef, Gavi, and the World Food Programme, though the amount remains significantly lower than previous contributions.

UN World Food Programme Addresses Impact of Venezuela Earthquakes
Politicsel-mundo1mo ago

UN World Food Programme Addresses Impact of Venezuela Earthquakes

Lena Savelli, regional director for Latin America and the Caribbean for the UN World Food Programme, discusses the challenges faced by women in Venezuela, particularly in the aftermath of recent earthquakes. She highlights their limited access to resources despite their responsibility to feed their children.

Middle East Conflict Pushes Millions into Hunger, WFP Warns
WorldvgYahooexpress-tribune2mo ago3 sources

Middle East Conflict Pushes Millions into Hunger, WFP Warns

The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is pushing millions of people into hunger. The humanitarian crisis is escalating, with widespread food insecurity affecting the region.

WorldTehran Times3mo ago

WFP Releases Annual Report on Iran

The World Food Programme (WFP) has published its annual report, specifically detailing its operations and findings related to Iran.

UN Accuses Hamas of Obstructing Aid Distribution in Gaza
WorldNYTorfjerusalem-post+2rte-newschannel-news-asia1mo ago5 sources

UN Accuses Hamas of Obstructing Aid Distribution in Gaza

A top UN official has accused Hamas forces of interfering with and obstructing aid distribution in the Gaza Strip, including raiding a World Food Programme distribution point. This interference has drawn condemnation from the United Nations, highlighting challenges in humanitarian efforts.

UN Warns US-Iran War is Causing Food Crisis
PoliticsAl Jazeera2mo ago

UN Warns US-Iran War is Causing Food Crisis

The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that the ongoing US-Iran war is leading to substantial increases in food prices, pushing millions into a food crisis across several countries.

WorldTehran Times3mo ago

WFP Releases February Report on Iran

The World Food Programme (WFP) has published its February report concerning the situation in Iran, likely detailing humanitarian aid efforts and food security assessments.