Gaza is in a critical state as the World Health Organization (WHO) warns of man-made mass starvation. At a recent virtual press conference, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated, "I don't know what you would call it other than mass starvation, and it's man-made, and that's very clear." His candid remarks have ignited alarm among humanitarian groups.
More than 100 aid agencies have raised red flags over a deepening hunger crisis in Gaza, where essential supplies like food, clean water, and medical aid have been trapped outside the enclave since a full blockade was imposed in March. Even after a slight easing in May, only a meager flow of urgent help reaches Gaza’s 2.2 million residents.
The human toll is stark. Recent reports from local health authorities noted 10 more starvation-related deaths overnight, bringing the grim total to 111 since the conflict began. Child malnutrition is particularly critical, with at least 21 reported child deaths this year and screening results showing around 10% of the population, including up to 20% of pregnant women, suffering from moderate to severe malnutrition. In July alone, 5,100 children were admitted to treatment programs, with 800 in an extremely severe state. 😢
While Israeli authorities insist that the restrictions prevent aid diversion to militant groups, humanitarian voices stress that nearly 80 days without proper food deliveries have only worsened the crisis. As the global community watches, the urgent need for increased and consistent humanitarian aid becomes ever more pressing.
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WHO says Gaza facing man-made 'mass starvation' as hunger deaths surge
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