Russia and Ukraine strike each other's Black Sea grain hubs, raising food-security concerns
Russia and Ukraine have launched attacks on grain export facilities in the Black Sea, worsening already fragile global food supply chains.
Both countries are targeting each other's grain-shipping infrastructure in the Black Sea, a vital route for barley, corn and wheat. Analysts warn that a sustained campaign could trigger a sharp rise in worldwide food prices, reminiscent of the 2022 blockade. The price surge would hit the poorest nations hardest, especially as El Niño-driven extreme weather threatens to push millions into hunger. Ongoing cuts to Western aid have already strained child-nutrition programs in those regions.
Why it matters
Disruptions to Black Sea grain routes could sharply raise food prices, deepening hunger in vulnerable populations.
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