The Increase in Mortality from Hunger in Gaza

• More than 100 organizations are demanding the cessation of the use of humanitarian aid as a weapon in Gaza.
• Mortality from hunger has increased, including 106 children.
• Israeli attacks continue to worsen the humanitarian situation in the region.

More than 100 humanitarian organizations have called on Israel to stop "using humanitarian aid as a weapon" in Gaza, as the situation with hunger deteriorates. The letter, signed by groups such as Oxfam and the Medical Aid for Palestinians, states that they often refuse to deliver aid to recipients due to new severe regulations introduced in the blockade.

According to the organizations, the Israeli authorities issued more than 60 requests for the delivery of life-saving essential goods only in July. This indicates that hospitals remain without essential medical supplies, while children and people with disabilities are suffering from hunger and disease.

The head of American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera) reported that they have more than 7 million dollars worth of humanitarian aid stuck in Ashdod.

According to the data of the UN, in Gaza over the last 24 hours, at least 123 people have died, including 8 due to hunger. The total number of hunger victims has risen to 235, of which 106 are children.

Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), described these deaths as the "final act against children" in Gaza. It begins to appear that Israeli attacks continue to inflict severe damage on civilian infrastructure, which hinders access to humanitarian aid.

The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) indicates that in 2025, more than 340 children will be hospitalized due to malnutrition, and it also notes an increase in mental health problems among the population due to prolonged trauma.

The Israeli government is enforcing restrictions on the delivery of aid, asserting that new regulations are necessary for national security interests. However, many organizations believe that these rules jeopardize their independence in humanitarian activities.

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