Putin’s war of choice is a nightmare for Ukrainians, who have been plunged into a severe humanitarian crisis. But this reckless and brutal war is also doing something that is less obvious: exacerbating global hunger. Here’s how:
Ukraine was one of the world’s top wheat exporters, but Russia's unprovoked invasion has destroyed vital infrastructure & left Ukrainians struggling to feed themselves. In crisis itself, Ukraine can't supply wheat to millions of others at risk of hunger. bbc.com/news/business-…
Egypt is one of the world’s largest importers of wheat, much from Ukraine. In some areas, reports show bread prices have jumped 50% in the last few days.
Lebanon imports 60% of its wheat from Ukraine. Higher bread prices, its top economic official says, would be “a disaster.”
Lebanon imports 60% of its wheat from Ukraine. Higher bread prices, its top economic official says, would be “a disaster.”
Countries like Libya, Morocco & Tunisia have wheat reserves to last a few months, but rising prices will make it increasingly difficult to afford basic food staples. Putin’s war, which will impact more and more people every day, must stop.
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