The world could be left without food due to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz

Jassem Mohammed Al-Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), addressed a meeting of the UN Security Council. 

He stated that disruptions to shipping near the Strait of Hormuz have impaired global supply chains and could lead to a worldwide food crisis. 

According to him, the consequences have transcended the economic sphere, evolving into a dangerous humanitarian issue.

The head of the organization noted that disruptions in maritime logistics have already led to shortages of basic food products. Furthermore, the transport blockade has halted the export of ammonia and fertilizers. Global food security is directly dependent on the stable supply of these commodities.

Disruptions to maritime traffic in the region emerged against the backdrop of an escalating military situation in the Middle East. 

On February 28, 2026, American and Israeli forces launched a war against Iran. In June, the two sides, Washington and Tehran, formalized a memorandum of understanding. The document called for an immediate cessation of hostilities across all fronts, including in Lebanon.

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