Could Iran war trigger the next global food shock?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 20, 2026 at 05:20 PM

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In March 2026, an ongoing conflict involving Iran is disrupting global supply chains, potentially triggering a global food shock. The blockage of the Strait of Hormuz is forcing vessel rerouting and straining supply chains, leading to increased costs for businesses and consumers worldwide. This disruption is impacting various sectors, from factories to supermarkets. The United Nations warns that rising food, oil, and shipping costs resulting from the conflict could push an additional 45 million people into acute hunger globally. This would bring the total number of people facing acute hunger to over 319 million, surpassing previous records.

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UN 70% Strait of Hormuz 80% Iran ×390% Iran war ×295%

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iran war 100% global food shock 90% supply chains 80% food costs 70% acute hunger 60% shipping costs 50% strait of hormuz 50% energy shock 40%

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Iran

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