The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued an urgent warning regarding the drastic deterioration of food security in Lebanon. Escalating conflicts and intense bombings have plunged the country into a deep humanitarian crisis, where basic survival has become a daily challenge for growing segments of the population.
According to the agency’s director, Allison Oman Lawi, the correlation between armed conflict and nutritional deficiency is direct: “war exacerbates hunger.” Currently, it is estimated that over one million people have been forced to flee their homes. These internally displaced persons, living in makeshift shelters or temporary camps, face disrupted supply chains and a lack of regular access to basic food items.
Scarcity and Inflation
Beyond physical displacement, the war economy imposes invisible but equally lethal barriers. Insecurity on the roads and the closure of businesses have triggered a sharp rise in prices for remaining goods. The scarcity of essential items and the devaluation of families’ purchasing power further hinder humanitarian assistance.
Families are waiting in overcrowded shelters, relying almost exclusively on international aid, which is often hampered by ongoing attacks. The WFP emphasizes that without an immediate peaceful solution or the creation of safe humanitarian corridors, Lebanon could face a widespread famine scenario in 2026. The organization is calling for a ceasefire to allow for the restoration of supply logistics and the protection of the civilian population.
