The Ukraine-Russia conflict has led to an escalating threat to global food security. Somalia is amongst the most impacted countries, relying nearly 100% on both Ukraine and Russia for grain. Having already endured continuous political instability, extreme droughts, and increasing prices of fertilizers and fuel, Somalians may soon have some relief. A recent deal signed between Ukraine and Russia will allow for millions of tons of grain to be exported across the Black Sea, with a huge portion likely to reach the Horn of Africa.
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