An Israeli airstrike in Gaza on Wednesday killed at least 35 Palestinians, injuring over 100, with the attacks targeting residences in the Nuseirat refugee camp. The ongoing blockade has prevented essential imports for almost two months, leading to critical shortages of food and medical supplies for the 2 million residents. The UN has raised alarms about malnutrition among children and the humanitarian crisis worsening. While Israel claims the blockade aims to compel Hamas to release hostages, the UN has warned that using starvation as a military tactic is a war crime.
The humanitarian office of the United Nations reports critical shortages of food, water, and medical supplies as healthcare services deteriorate and charitable kitchens cease operations.
Israel asserts that the blockade is intended to compel Hamas to release hostages taken on 7 October, 2023. Nevertheless, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights cautioned this week that using starvation as a military strategy against civilians constitutes a war crime.
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