The UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees reported that no food or supplies had entered Gaza in over three weeks due to Israel’s military operations and blockade. The World Food Programme warned that they only had enough food stocks for two more weeks, putting hundreds of thousands of people at risk of hunger and malnutrition. Since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, over 50,000 people have been killed, including over 180 children in a single day on March 18. An Israeli missile strike killed 15 people, including women and children, in Gaza City. The lack of food and medical supplies in Gaza has worsened the already catastrophic humanitarian crisis.
The situation in Gaza has led to desperate searches for missing loved ones in hospitals and amidst the rubble of destroyed homes. Aid workers in Gaza face immense challenges due to the lack of equipment and resources, risking their lives to help survivors. The Palestine Red Crescent Society reported that nine emergency medics are missing after being targeted by Israeli forces, with demands for the international community to pressure Israel to reveal their fate. UNRWA also reported injuries to staff and damage to distribution centers due to Israeli strikes.
Israel’s ongoing offensive in Gaza, aimed at eliminating Hamas, has resulted in a high death toll, including many children. Israeli officials cite the October 7 attacks as a justification for their actions, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to increase military strength and potentially take more land in Gaza. The United States’ support for Israel in this conflict has been demonstrated through President Donald Trump’s aggressive rhetoric against Hamas and Gaza.
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