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Fragile Ceasefire: Gaza Mothers Face Birth Crisis Amid Aid Shortages

2/5/2026

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The director of a major hospital in Gaza reports that malnourished and traumatized mothers are giving birth to underweight or premature babies.
The ceasefire with Israel has lasted over three months and remains fragile.
The United Nations says aid has increased but remains insufficient.
Israel says it is fulfilling its ceasefire obligations by allowing more food and medical supplies into Gaza.

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The director of a major hospital in Gaza reports that malnourished and traumatized mothers are giving birth to underweight or premature babies.
The ceasefire with Israel has lasted over three months and remains fragile.
The United Nations says aid has increased but remains insufficient.
Israel says it is fulfilling its ceasefire obligations by allowing more food and medical supplies into Gaza.