Guterres warns Hormuz restrictions could push 45 million more into famine

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz could place an additional 45 million people at risk of famine if they are not lifted by mid-year. Speaking to reporters at United Nations headquarters in New York City, Guterres urged all parties to reopen the strait immediately, warning that the situation is deteriorating despite a ceasefire. He said the ongoing confrontation involving the United States, Israel and Iran has entered its third month, with severe consequences for global stability. Guterres expressed concern over restrictions on navigation, describing the situation as “strangling the global economy” and warning that its impact would be long-lasting, even if access is restored. READ: Katz says Israel may resume war on Iran “soon” […]