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Yemen on Brink: Worst Food Crisis Since 2022 Looms Over 18 Million People

Yemen is facing its worst food crisis since 2022, with over 18 million people expected to suffer from worsening hunger due to shortages, according to aid group warnings.

Yemen is facing its worst food crisis since 2022, according to aid groups, as over half of the population, approximately 18 million people, are expected to face worsening hunger due to severe shortages and escalating prices. The humanitarian situation has been exacerbated by ongoing conflict, poverty, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Food insecurity is also affecting the country's fragile healthcare system, with widespread malnutrition threatening the lives of millions. The crisis underscores Yemen's dire need for urgent assistance from international partners and aid agencies.

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