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Gulf Conflict Threatens Sudan Hunger Gains, 5 Million at Risk

7/15/2026

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WFP warns Iran-related Gulf conflict could reverse Sudan’s recent famine-prevention gains.
Carl Skau says about 5 million Sudanese face emergency or catastrophic hunger, including over 100,000 in famine-like conditions.
WFP has cut aid to roughly 3.5 million people and reduced rations in Tawila because of a $646 million funding gap.
Rising diesel prices and fertilizer shortages linked to the Gulf conflict and Hormuz closure could halt irrigation pumps this season.

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WFP warns Iran-related Gulf conflict could reverse Sudan’s recent famine-prevention gains.
Carl Skau says about 5 million Sudanese face emergency or catastrophic hunger, including over 100,000 in famine-like conditions.
WFP has cut aid to roughly 3.5 million people and reduced rations in Tawila because of a $646 million funding gap.
Rising diesel prices and fertilizer shortages linked to the Gulf conflict and Hormuz closure could halt irrigation pumps this season.