Whole of Gaza at critical risk of famine as Israeli aid blockade continues

Gaza’s 2.1 million Palestinians face “critical risk” of famine and “extreme levels of food insecurity” as Israel’s aid blockade continues, according to a UN-backed assessment released Monday. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report identified a “major deterioration” in conditions since October 2024, though it concluded famine is not currently occurring. Around 244,000 people … Continue reading Whole of Gaza at critical risk of famine as Israeli aid blockade continues