World reacts as UN-backed body declares famine in Gaza
Summary
A United Nations-backed group has declared a famine in Gaza, affecting 514,000 people, with numbers expected to increase. The declaration comes after a lengthy conflict and damage to Gaza's infrastructure. Global leaders and organizations are calling for action to address the humanitarian crisis.Key Facts
- The UN-backed group declared a famine in Gaza City and surrounding areas.
- Approximately 514,000 people in Gaza are currently experiencing famine.
- The number of people affected by famine is expected to rise to 641,000 by the end of September.
- The declaration follows 22 months of conflict, which destroyed infrastructure and limited aid access.
- This is the first recorded famine by the IPC outside of Africa.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the situation as a "man-made disaster."
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the famine declaration, citing ongoing aid deliveries.
- Palestinian group Hamas called for an end to the conflict and lifting of the siege on Gaza.
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