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Rising Costs Linked to U.S.-Israel Conflict in Iran Endanger Millions Worldwide
April 27, 2026
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran has led to increased fuel and food prices, endangering the livelihoods of 32.5 million people globally. The ramifications of the war are being felt not only in the Middle East but also across Africa and Asia.
Significant rises in fuel costs and more challenging access to affordable food have exacerbated existing economic strains. Job losses and declining remittances are contributing to an increasingly dire situation.
Countries in the Global South, which heavily depend on imports from the Gulf, are particularly susceptible to the economic fallout of the conflict. The United Nations has issued a warning indicating that these developments could push millions back into poverty.
As economies that were already fragile struggle to cope, governments are facing mounting challenges, and international aid resources are becoming increasingly scarce.
