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News in English (USA) / 12.05.2025 / 17:00

Gaza Faces Critical Famine Risk Amid Ongoing Israeli Blockade

Experts warn that the entire population of Gaza is at a critical risk of famine as the blockade enters its third month, severely restricting aid and food supplies. A recent UN-backed assessment indicated that nearly 500,000 people are facing starvation. The dire situation is exemplified by stories of malnourished children and overwhelmed hospitals unable to provide necessary care. Community kitchens have shut down due to dwindling resources, and residents are resorting to eating weeds and other non-traditional food sources. As the humanitarian crisis worsens, global agencies are calling for immediate access to aid, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention to alleviate the suffering of Gazans, who are enduring unimaginable conditions under the siege.
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