Gaza Faces Malnutrition Crisis as Aid Restrictions Persist
Children Bear the Brunt of Food Shortages
BBC News reports a dire malnutrition crisis in Gaza, with 21 children dying from starvation in just 72 hours. The United Nations has condemned restrictions on aid, exacerbating famine conditions.
Current Situation
- Child Malnutrition: An 18-month-old in Gaza weighs just 6kg due to severe food shortages.
- Aid Challenges: Israel’s restrictions have limited food and medical supplies.
- Health Impacts: Widespread malnourishment is leading to long-term developmental issues.
International Response
The UN is calling for immediate humanitarian pauses to allow aid delivery. Local hospitals are overwhelmed, struggling to treat starving children.
Voices from Gaza
“We’re doing everything we can, but there’s no food,” said a Gaza hospital worker.
Source: BBC News, 2025
