INTERNATIONAL — April 11, 2026

World Food Programme Warns of Food Security Crisis in Lebanon

The World Food Programme has warned that Lebanon faces a food security crisis due to the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran, with goods entry disruptions reducing food access. A U.S.-Iran ceasefire is in place, but Israel-Hezbollah clashes persist, harming the economy.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA2 min read

The World Food Programme has announced that Lebanon is facing a food security crisis stemming from the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

According to Reuters, as cited by the organization, disruptions in the entry of goods into Lebanon have led to reduced access to food items for the population.

The announcement comes amid a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran. However, clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue in Lebanon, further damaging the country's economy and livelihoods.

The World Food Programme highlighted these ongoing challenges despite the partial de-escalation in hostilities between some parties. The persistent conflicts have exacerbated vulnerabilities in Lebanon's already strained food supply chains, threatening the well-being of residents.

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Single source (RTA) provides direct attribution to named organization (World Food Programme announcement) and cites Reuters for specific details; 'X said Y' is verifiable and concrete.

The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. RTA: 'Israeli regime' (رژیم اسراییل) is a derogatory term implying illegitimacy rather than neutral 'Israel'; framing as 'war between America and the Israeli regime with Iran' biases by portraying US/Israel as aggressors against Iran.

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