How hunger is a weapon in the war in Ukraine
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Global Food Crisis Amplified by Conflict in Ukraine
The chapter sheds light on the worsening food crisis in African countries such as Somalia, Ethiopia, and Sudan, exacerbated by the conflict in Ukraine disrupting wheat supplies. It outlines the devastating impacts of food shortages and famine, the struggles of mothers to feed their children, and the looming threat of extremism exploiting vulnerable communities. The discussion also delves into the repercussions of sanctions against Russia on the African food supply chain, the dilemmas faced by African nations in balancing cheap food imports and political stances amidst the crisis, and the disparities in global responses to hunger crises.
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