Widespread hunger and life-altering injuries affect Gaza's children and elderly due to the ongoing conflict. The United Nations reports a rise in amputations, long-term disabilities, and severe malnutrition among displaced populations. Over 40,000 children have been injured, and nearly 90 percent of Gaza's population is displaced. Reports indicate a sharp increase in child malnutrition, with one in ten children being affected. Additionally, over 870 Palestinians have died while attempting to access food from dangerous aid distribution points amid drastically reduced humanitarian aid availability.
The United Nations warns of a sharp rise in amputations, long-term disabilities and severe hunger in Gaza, especially affecting children and the elderly.
More than 40,000 children have been injured since the conflict began, and nearly 90 percent of Gaza's population has been displaced, often multiple times.
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini stated that one in 10 children screened in their facilities is malnourished and that child malnutrition is rising rapidly.
More than 870 Palestinians have been killed while trying to access food from aid distribution points, amidst sharp declines in humanitarian aid.
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