Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:48am on 19 Mar 2024,Tuesday International
Northern Gaza faces a severe famine crisis, with 70% suffering severe food shortages, surpassing famine levels. Gaza's health ministry reports 27 children and three adults dead from malnutrition. About 1.1 million, half the population, face catastrophic food shortages, with 300,000 at risk of famine-like death rates. Western allies condemn Israel, accusing it of using starvation as a weapon. Israel counters, citing disrupted aid efforts by Hamas. Despite opening more aid routes, agencies struggle to distribute supplies safely, worsening the crisis. Gaza stands on the edge of a manmade famine, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.
