The UN has allowed food shortages for 45 million people due to the blockade of Hormuz

Due to disruptions in the supply of fertilizers through the Strait of Hormuz, about 45 million people in developing countries may face food shortages. This was announced on September 26 by the Director of the UN Office for Project Services, Jorge Moreira da Silva, who previously headed the UN task force on humanitarian transportation through Hormuz.

He noted that there is a possibility of avoiding a humanitarian catastrophe if at least five or seven ships with fertilizers per day pass through the strait.

"For developing countries, this will be a decisive factor and they will either ensure food security or be forced to face a humanitarian crisis," NHK quoted him as saying.

Da Silva added that the war between the United States and Iran should not be a reason to stop the transit of humanitarian aid. According to the UN, a third of the world's fertilizer trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and therefore it is necessary to find a solution to the supply problem as soon as possible, separate from conflict resolution.

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CNN noted on August 28 that the US war against Iran risks provoking crises and significant geopolitical consequences far beyond the Middle East. The publication noted that the conflict has become a disaster for consumers around the world who are experiencing difficulties due to rising prices. The media pointed out that Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to global disruptions in the trade of oil, gas and fertilizers.