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Gaza Faces Man-Made Drought, Children at Grave Risk

6/21/2025

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Gaza is on the brink of a man-made drought, with a staggering 60% of drinking water facilities non-functional. The relentless blockade and fuel crisis endanger over two million lives, particularly children, as malnutrition rates have skyrocketed by 50% since April. Urgent humanitarian aid is essential to avert a catastrophic loss of young lives.

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Story summary

Gaza is on the brink of a man-made drought, with a staggering 60% of drinking water facilities non-functional. The relentless blockade and fuel crisis endanger over two million lives, particularly children, as malnutrition rates have skyrocketed by 50% since April. Urgent humanitarian aid is essential to avert a catastrophic loss of young lives.