Thousands of Returnees Face Food Crisis in North Gaza

Following a ceasefire, the World Food Programme (WFP) is providing aid to displaced Palestinians returning to various parts of Gaza, distributing food parcels, cash assistance, and hot meals to those in need. However, many Palestinians face severe food shortages, with reports of long queues for basic supplies like bread, as bakeries struggle to meet the overwhelming demand from returnees. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warns that over 2 million people in Gaza urgently require assistance due to the collapse of agricultural output, with significant damage to farmland and livestock. Immediate recovery efforts aim to rebuild agrifood infrastructure and restore local food production, crucial for long-term food security. Authorities are also addressing safety concerns regarding unexploded ordnance left from the conflict, urging citizens to report suspicious objects. Despite these efforts, the humanitarian crisis remains dire as communities work to recover from the devastation.