Food Prices, Hunger On The Rise Around The World Amid War In Ukraine

The video discusses the severe impact of the war in Ukraine on global food security, highlighting Russia's use of food as a weapon by targeting grain supplies. The destruction of grain silos and blockades of ports have led to a significant increase in global hunger, affecting millions. The crisis is exacerbated by climate change and rising fertilizer costs. Diplomatic efforts, led by Turkey, aim to create corridors for grain export through the Black Sea, but political tensions remain high.

What is one of the main reasons for the global food shortage caused by the Ukraine war?

• Destruction of grain silos and blockade of ports

• Increased local consumption in Ukraine

• Overproduction of grain in other countries

• Decrease in global demand for wheat

How has the food crisis affected operational costs for food programs?

• Costs have remained stable

• Costs have increased significantly

• Costs have been unaffected by the crisis

• Costs have decreased due to surplus grain

What pre-existing issues have worsened the food insecurity situation before the Ukraine war?

• Increased global demand for luxury foods

• Decrease in global population

• Climate change and high fertilizer costs

• Overproduction of food in developing countries

What is the main accusation against Russia regarding the food crisis?

• Russia is reducing its grain prices

• Russia is blocking Ukrainian grain exports

• Russia is providing free grain to developing countries

• Russia is increasing its own grain production

Which country is leading diplomatic efforts to resolve the grain export issue?

• Turkey

• China

• United States

• India