Over 57 individuals in Gaza succumbed to starvation due to the ongoing Israeli blockade, as per the local government's report.
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Ongoing strife in Gaza continues to claim lives, with at least 57 Palestinians died due to starvation since October 7, 2023, as per recent reports from the Government Media Office in Gaza.
The escalating death toll has reached near 52,500, the majority being women and children, following Israel's persistent hostilities. According to the media office, these deaths stem principally from a starvation policy enforced by Israel.
A spokesperson for the office warned, "The toll is likely to increase amid the continued closure of crossings and the ban on the entry of food, infant formula, nutritional supplements, and dozens of essential medications."
On Saturday, a child reportedly died due to malnutrition and dehydration at Al-Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, underscoring the drastic food and clean water scarcities confronting Gaza's 2.4 million inhabitants.
The media office labeled Israel's ongoing military actions as an aggressive war that employs food as a weapon, accusing the nation of maintaining an oppressive siege on the population. They additionally criticized the international community's silence over the worsening crisis.
The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, as of 2025, remains critical, marked by extensive food and water shortages, medical supply deficiencies, and a constant threat of displacement and mass casualties. This emergency has been exacerbated by the destruction of infrastructure and natural resources by Israeli forces.
UN agencies have voiced grave concerns, both over Israel's plan to centralize aid distribution, and the likelihood of thousands of vulnerable Palestinians being denied access to vital relief unless action is taken promptly. Negotiations on a renewed ceasefire remain elusive, while the blockade persists in worsening the dire humanitarian conditions.
In the face of the ongoing crisis, UN agencies, humanitarian organizations, and international rights groups have urged the global community to act urgently to reopen all border crossings, facilitate the entry of food, medicine, and aid, and to bring an end to the continued suffering of the Palestinian people.
- The United Nations (UN) has issued a statement condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, labeling the military actions as a potential crime against humanity.
- The Prime Minister of Israel has been criticized for his government's policy in Gaza, with allegations of war crimes against civilians and the violation of human rights.
- International news outlets are reporting on the crisis in Gaza, highlighting the impact of the ongoing conflict on the rights and lives of Palestinian civilians.
- A report by an NGO has shed light on the health Crisis in Gaza, revealing that hospitals are running out of essential medications and are unable to treat patients due to the lack of supplies.
- The International Court of Justice has been called upon to investigate Israel's actions in Gaza, with accusations of war crimes and humanitarian crimes being levied against the government.
- Amid the increasing death toll in Gaza, the United Nations (UN) is urging the Israeli government to lift the blockade and allow for the entry of food, medicine, and other essential supplies to prevent further fatalities.
- The Israeli government has faced opposition and scrutiny from both the international community and humanitarian organizations over its ongoing military actions in Gaza and the impact they have on civilian populations.
- The humanitarian crisis in Gaza, exacerbated by the destruction of infrastructure, has led to extensive food and water shortages, medical supply deficiencies, and a constant threat of displacement and mass casualties.
- The General Assembly of the United Nations (UN) has passed a resolution calling for the immediate lifting of the blockade on Gaza and the provision of humanitarian assistance to the affected populations.
- In a statement, the UN Secretary-General has expressed his deep concern over the ongoing crisis in Gaza and called on all parties to respect international law and uphold the rights of civilians in the region.
