How conflict is dismantling food systems in the Middle East
The National · 29 May 2026

How conflict is dismantling food systems in the Middle East

In Lebanon, as in many countries of the Middle East, food is far more than a meal. Cuisine is often synonymous with culture and identity, and the number of restaurants elsewhere serving food from the region shows how far it has travelled into the wider world. In times of war people rely on food not


AI Translated Summary:
Conflict in the Middle East is severely disrupting food systems, impacting cultural identity and community resilience. The reliance on food during wartime highlights its significance beyond mere sustenance.


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