Gaza Starvation Crisis Deepens Amid Global Outcry

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has escalated, with at least 188 Palestinians, including 94 children, reportedly dying from malnutrition since the war began, and the region now teetering on the brink of famine. Aid deliveries remain severely restricted, with international airdrops described as insufficient and dangerous, often resulting in injuries or chaos among desperate civilians, while truck deliveries, though more effective, are still limited. Crowds seeking aid routinely face lethal risks, including Israeli gunfire and accidents caused by falling aid. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi and some international commentators have condemned the situation as a deliberate policy of starvation, not a natural disaster. Within Israel, some artists advocating for a ceasefire and highlighting civilian suffering have faced professional repercussions, revealing internal divisions. Debate persists over responsibility for the crisis, with accusations against both Hamas for diverting aid and Israel for maintaining the restrictive blockade.