FACTBOX: Middle East war threatens food security in Gulf countries

The war in the Middle East could threaten food security in countries neighboring the Persian Gulf, which are largely dependent on imports, including animal protein and other agricultural commodities. The Gulf Cooperation Council countries import up to 85% of their food, according to the World Economic Forum. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization has warned that disruptions to the Strait ofThe war in the Middle East could threaten food security in countries neighboring the Persian Gulf, which are largely dependent on imports, including animal protein and other agricultural commodities. The Gulf Cooperation Council countries import up to 85% of their food, according to the World Economic Forum. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization has warned that disruptions to the Strait ofRead More