UN issues warning on Yemen drought
A study by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reveals that Yemen is facing a severe drought wave that could worsen the hunger crisis and food insecurity. It is expected that over 53% of the population will experience extreme levels of food shortages in the coming months. The country is affected by multiple factors, including economic decline, currency devaluation, reduced humanitarian funding, climate fluctuations, and increased likelihood of El Niño effects, which could lead to less-than-average rainfall across the country by more than 70%. Agricultural areas in the south, central, and northern regions are threatened by rainfall deficits exceeding 80%, jeopardizing key crops and causing deterioration of livestock. If conditions persist, the number of households in need of urgent humanitarian assistance could rise from 36% to 55%. The Yemeni government has prepared a food security strategy for the period 2026-2030 to address these challenges through improving agricultural production, resource management, and strengthening rural communities, with the aim of mitigating the worsening hunger crisis.
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