Why it matters:
As Israeli bombardment continues, the Gaza Strip is facing a man-made famine. Humanitarian groups warn that food insecurity has reached catastrophic levels, and aid access remains severely restricted.
The big picture:
Israel’s war on Gaza, now in its tenth month, has decimated critical infrastructure, displaced nearly the entire population, and created one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Aid organizations say famine is no longer a threat; it is a reality.
What they're saying:
Doctors Without Borders (MSF): “It’s not only the patients. Medical staff, paramedics, everyone is starving,” said Mohammed Abu Mughaisib, MSF’s deputy coordinator, told reporters in southern Gaza.
Gaza’s Health Ministry: At least 111 deaths have been confirmed due to starvation, including over 80 children.
Aid groups: 109 humanitarian organizations issued a joint statement accusing Israel of blocking aid and warned that “mass starvation is spreading.”
Key points:
- 59,219 Palestinians have been killed and 143,045 wounded since October 7, according to Gaza’s health officials.
- Hunger-related deaths are rising rapidly due to siege conditions and aid blockades.
- Starvation is affecting civilians and medical personnel alike.
Go deeper:
Starvation Deepens in Gaza as Israeli Bombardment Intensifies
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