The World Food Program’s regional director for the Middle East, Eastern Europe and North Africa, Corinne Fleischer tells host Marco Werman how countries in her region are facing food shortages brought on by military conflicts, and by natural and man-made disasters. She’s in Washington this week, speaking with US officials to report on conditions in the field and underscore the urgent need for additional funds to feed people in need.
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