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'A massive threat': El Niño could push almost 50 million people into acute hunger by the end of 2027

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'A massive threat': El Niño could push almost 50 million people into acute hunger by the end of 2027

Climate-driven shocks from El Niño could significantly worsen food insecurity in 45 countries, warns United Nations World Food Programme

clock 06 August 2026 • 4 min read