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Gaza Strip Faces Famine
The northern Gaza Strip is facing a severe food crisis, with a high probability of famine due to ongoing conflict and limited access to aid. Malnutrition cases are rising dramatically.
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Human Rights ViolationsMiddle EastIsraelConflictHumanitarian CrisisGazaFood InsecurityMalnutrition
United NationsIntegrated Food Security Phase Classification (Ipc)Food And Agriculture Organization (Fao)Al JazeeraPatient Friend Benevolent Hospital
Dr. Rana Soboh
- How have the prices of basic goods changed in Gaza?
- The number of aid deliveries allowed into Gaza has drastically decreased, leading to soaring prices on the black market and further exacerbating the food crisis. The price of basic goods, such as natural gas and gasoline, have risen dramatically.
- What is the main issue affecting the northern Gaza Strip?
- The northern Gaza Strip is facing a severe food crisis, with a high likelihood of famine due to the ongoing Israeli military operations and the near-total disruption of food aid.
- What is the overall impact of the crisis on the population?
- The ongoing conflict and restrictions on aid severely limit the population's access to food and basic necessities, resulting in widespread malnutrition and an increased risk of starvation, especially in the northern Gaza Strip.
- What factors are contributing to the worsening food crisis in Gaza?
- The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report warns of a rapidly worsening situation, noting the collapse of food systems, reduced humanitarian assistance, and critical water, sanitation, and hygiene conditions.
- What are the observations of Dr. Rana Soboh regarding the malnutrition situation?
- Dr. Rana Soboh, a nutrition specialist at Gaza's Patient Friend Benevolent Hospital, reports seeing hundreds of cases of severe malnutrition daily. Many patients exhibit severe symptoms such as protruding bones and impaired concentration, highlighting the severity of the situation.