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UN Warns: Gaza Women Face Starvation Amid Blockade

8/18/2025

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UNRWA reports that nearly one million women and girls in Gaza are at risk of starvation due to the Israeli blockade.
The humanitarian crisis has led to dangerous survival strategies, jeopardizing lives for basic necessities.
UNRWA urges immediate international intervention and the lifting of the blockade to facilitate humanitarian aid.
The situation has deteriorated since October 7, 2023, with increased hunger and violence impacting vulnerable groups.

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UNRWA reports that nearly one million women and girls in Gaza are at risk of starvation due to the Israeli blockade.
The humanitarian crisis has led to dangerous survival strategies, jeopardizing lives for basic necessities.
UNRWA urges immediate international intervention and the lifting of the blockade to facilitate humanitarian aid.
The situation has deteriorated since October 7, 2023, with increased hunger and violence impacting vulnerable groups.