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Gaza Crisis: UN Reports on Civilian Casualties and Famine

UN agencies warn of deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza, with high civilian casualties and potential famine looming.

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What is UNICEF's assessment of attacks on schools in Gaza?: UNICEF reported at least 64 attacks on schools in Gaza last month, resulting in 128 deaths, many of them children. The organization also noted that over 95% of Gaza's schools are damaged or destroyed.
What are the key concerns raised by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights?: The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, stated that the pattern of civilian casualties is a direct result of Israel's failure to uphold international humanitarian law principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution in attacks.
What is the Israeli military's response to accusations of targeting civilians?: The Israeli military maintains that Hamas uses civilian facilities, such as schools, as cover for operations. The UN's OHCHR report found that 80% of confirmed deaths occurred in residential buildings, with 44% being children and 26% women.
What are the main findings of the UN report on the humanitarian situation in Gaza?: The UN's report highlights the rapid deterioration of humanitarian conditions in Gaza, with approximately 70% of civilian casualties being women and children, indicating a systematic violation of international humanitarian law by Israeli forces.
What is the World Health Organization's concern regarding the food situation in Gaza?: The WHO warned of a high likelihood of imminent famine in northern Gaza, citing sharply reduced aid deliveries and a 312% increase in food prices since the conflict began. The number of daily aid trucks entering Gaza has dropped to its lowest point since November 2023.

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