Mothers, newborns most at risk as Israeli-induced malnutrition grips Gaza
Summary
Mothers and newborns in Gaza are facing severe malnutrition due to the ongoing Israeli blockade of humanitarian aid. This has led to significant health risks, with international organizations urging for immediate intervention to address the crisis.Key Facts
- Gaza's blockade has severely restricted food and humanitarian aid.
- Clinics report malnutrition in infants and mothers due to lack of milk and food.
- Over 2,200 Palestinians have died from conflicts at aid distribution sites since May.
- Global hunger monitors confirm famine is affecting northern Gaza and may spread.
- Nearly 641,000 people in Gaza may face severe hunger by the end of September.
- 55,500 pregnant and breastfeeding women are suffering from malnutrition.
- At least 132,000 children under five are at risk of severe malnutrition by June.
- The UN and other agencies condemn the conditions as "man-made disaster."
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