UN warns of record hunger, 45 million more at risk, if Iran war continues
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The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) warned on March 17, 2026, that the ongoing United States-Israel war on Iran risks pushing an additional 45 million people into acute hunger by June, potentially reaching a record high of 319 million globally. The conflict, which began on February 28, has disrupted humanitarian aid routes and increased shipping costs by 18 percent. These disruptions exacerbate existing hunger crises, particularly in Gaza, where border closures and dwindling supplies are worsening shortages. The WFP also faces spending cuts as donors prioritize defense. The situation in Gaza is expected to improve slightly with the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing, which had been closed for two weeks due to the conflict.
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