Summary
Seven more people have died from malnutrition in Gaza, bringing the total to 154 deaths since the Israel-Hamas war began, according to Hamas-run health authorities. Meanwhile, there is ongoing tension and violence in Gaza, with reports of shooting near aid distribution centers and unmet needs for significant humanitarian aid.
Key Facts
- Seven people died from malnutrition in Gaza in the past day.
- Since the 2023 Israel-Hamas war began, there have been 154 malnutrition deaths, including 89 children.
- International experts warn that famine is happening in Gaza.
- Israel says it is allowing aid to enter Gaza, but the UN and other agencies disagree.
- A US envoy will meet with Israeli officials to discuss the crisis.
- Six Palestinians were reportedly killed near an aid distribution center in Rafah, disputed by the Israel Defense Forces.
- Only 109 aid trucks entered Gaza on Tuesday, far below the needed 600 trucks daily.
- The humanitarian aid situation has worsened, with significant shortages in food, medicine, and fuel.
