2024 Oxfam Hunger Report: Conflicts drive unprecedented hunger, causing 7-21k daily deaths in war-affected regions, with warring parties committing "starvation crimes."

Oxfam's 2024 Hunger Report highlights that conflicts are driving unprecedented hunger, with 7,000 to 21,000 people dying daily in war-affected regions. The report identifies warring parties as perpetrators of "starvation crimes," targeting food infrastructure and obstructing aid. It emphasizes that nearly all 281.6 million people facing acute hunger reside in conflict zones, and calls for accountability and a shift in peacebuilding strategies to prioritize social protection and sustainable food systems.

October 16, 2024
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