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Iran war escalates Somalia’s dire humanitarian situation

Season 2026 Episode 95 | 5m 25s

The Strait of Hormuz closure is not only driving up prices at the pump in the U.S., it’s also driving up the cost of delivering humanitarian aid around the world. That is particularly acute for Somalia, which is facing one of the most complex hunger crises in recent years. Nick Schifrin speaks with the World Food Program’s Matthew Hollingworth for more.

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