UN warns Iran war could push 30 million into poverty and worsen global food crisis

UN warns Iran war could push 30 million into poverty and worsen global food crisis
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The United Nations has warned that the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran could drive more than 30 million people back into poverty and significantly worsen global food insecurity.

According to the United Nations Development Programme, disruptions to fuel and fertiliser supplies—largely due to blocked shipping through the Strait of Hormuz—are already reducing agricultural productivity and are expected to lower crop yields in the coming months.

UN officials also warned of broader economic impacts, including energy shortages, declining remittances, and a reduction in global GDP. The Food and Agriculture Organization cautioned that a prolonged disruption in the strait could trigger a global food crisis, with countries such as India, Bangladesh, and several African nations among the most vulnerable.

In addition, the conflict is straining humanitarian operations, with aid routes disrupted and funding already under pressure. UN officials warned that reduced capacity to deliver assistance could leave millions without critical support, increasing vulnerability in already fragile regions.