A report by UN human rights experts reveals accusations against Israel for causing famine and deaths in Gaza.
United Nations human rights experts have criticized Israel for conducting a deliberate "targeted starvation campaign" in Gaza, resulting in the tragic deaths of children. The experts stated that Israel's actions amounted to genocidal violence and had led to widespread famine across Gaza.
Israel's diplomatic mission in Geneva rejected the allegations, dismissing them as misinformation and accusing the experts of supporting Hamas propaganda. Gaza health authorities reported that at least 33 children, mostly in northern Gaza, had died from malnutrition, a result of the Israeli military campaign launched in October.
The conflict has also extended to southern Gaza, disrupting aid distribution and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. Despite efforts to provide medical care, children in central Gaza have succumbed to starvation, underscoring the dire situation. Ghaneyma Joma, a mother in Khan Younis, expressed her anguish over her son's deteriorating health due to the lack of resources and contaminated water resulting from the ongoing war.
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global monitor, warned of a high risk of famine in Gaza due to restricted aid access amid the conflict. Over 495,000 people in Gaza are facing severe food insecurity, with many experiencing extreme hunger. While some improvements in aid distribution have been noted, concerns about famine persist.
The article emphasizes the urgent need for humanitarian assistance in Gaza and sheds light on the devastating impact of the prolonged conflict on the civilian population.
Source: ALJAZEERA
ALJAZEERA MEDIA NETWORK