Gaza is facing a severe hunger crisis as the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas has pushed nearly half a million people to the brink of starvation, with 96% of the population struggling to find enough food. A report warns that only an end to the conflict and unrestricted humanitarian access can prevent a full-blown famine. Conditions are dire, with people trading clothes for food and living in unsanitary, overcrowded camps. Despite some improvements in food deliveries, the relentless fighting and destruction have left the entire population vulnerable, making the situation increasingly desperate.
According to a study (pdf below) released Tuesday by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), there is still a significant risk of starvation in Gaza, and the situation "remains catastrophic" as Israel and Hamas' war continues.
According to the research, nearly half a million people are expected to encounter catastrophic levels of hunger, which is the most severe le...
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