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Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis: 2.3 Million in Dire Need

5/29/2025

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In Gaza, the humanitarian crisis deepens as the UN reports escalating injuries and starvation during an 11-week siege. With 2.3 million people in dire need, humanitarian groups slam a flawed food distribution model. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu admits to a temporary loss of control at a distribution point, while NGOs decry the military's manipulation of aid efforts.

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In Gaza, the humanitarian crisis deepens as the UN reports escalating injuries and starvation during an 11-week siege. With 2.3 million people in dire need, humanitarian groups slam a flawed food distribution model. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu admits to a temporary loss of control at a distribution point, while NGOs decry the military's manipulation of aid efforts.