Over 100 humanitarian organizations, including Oxfam and Save the Children, warn that the Gaza starvation crisis is reaching catastrophic levels. A joint statement issued on Tuesday highlights a “cycle of hope and heartbreak” as aid efforts face persistent obstruction, particularly in northern Gaza, where famine conditions prevail.
The groups demand an immediate ceasefire, unrestricted humanitarian access, and hostage release to avert mass famine.
United Nations Reports Dire Food Shortages
The UN notes that 90% of northern Gaza households face severe food poverty. Recent data reveals at least 33 children died from starvation in the past two weeks, with malnutrition and dehydration deaths rising across the enclave.
The Gaza starvation crisis worsens as aid convoys encounter delays or blockades, and airdrops fall short of meeting the overwhelming need. The UN urges Israel to lift access restrictions swiftly to save lives.
Israel Intensifies Military Operations
Israeli forces continue heavy airstrikes across Gaza, with overnight attacks hitting central and southern areas, causing multiple casualties. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists operations will persist until Hamas is dismantled.
Israel defends its aid restrictions, citing concerns over supplies reaching Hamas. However, humanitarian groups argue the blockade collectively punishes civilians, fueling the Gaza starvation crisis.
Global Pressure Mounts
International leaders are pressing for urgent action. A coalition of 28 countries, including the UK, calls Israel’s aid restrictions “unacceptable” and demands a full resumption of humanitarian deliveries. The UN warns that without immediate intervention, thousands more, especially children, face death from malnutrition. “History will judge those who fail to act,” the NGO statement declares.
Urgent Need for Solutions
With over two million people at risk, the Gaza starvation crisis demands immediate global response. Humanitarian agencies stand ready with supplies, but access remains critical. Time is running out to prevent a full-scale famine in Gaza.
