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The Intelligence from The Economist

The Intelligence: The world’s biggest humanitarian crisis

Apr 25, 2024
18:44
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Civil war in Sudan leads to imminent famine crisis, humanitarian aid blocked. Endangered languages and Scottish Wildcats at risk. Efforts to protect languages and species. Wildcats reintroduction in Scotland poses challenges against domestic cat threats.
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  • Sudan faces an imminent famine due to conflict hindering humanitarian aid access.
  • Efforts to preserve endangered languages involve education, technology, and community involvement.

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The Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan

Sudan is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis with a looming famine that could affect up to a million people. With conflict still ongoing, the last harvest has drastically reduced food availability, leading to skyrocketing food prices and lack of access to humanitarian aid. The situation is dire, with projections indicating a significant loss of lives if aid does not reach those in need.

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