UN agencies warn of 'extremely concerning' hunger crisis in Sudan

Sudan's ongoing conflict has led to a massive refugee crisis, displacing millions. Conditions in the East African country are extremely concerning due to a deepening hunger crisis and the onset of the rainy season. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization, World Food Programme, and UN Children's Fund have warned that around 40% of Sudan's population, approximately 19.5 million people, are facing acute food insecurity. The agencies are calling for rapid and unhindered humanitarian access and an immediate cessation of hostilities to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.