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Denial of hunger in Gaza: A deepening crisis amid international outcry

By bellecarter // 2025-08-04

• The conflict in Gaza has reached catastrophic levels, with widespread allegations of starvation and international condemnation, prompting debates on the realities of the situation and the ethical implications of Israel's policies.
• Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir claims there is "no real hunger in Gaza," suggesting that Palestinians would release hostages if they were truly hungry and supports the policy of preventing humanitarian aid from entering Gaza.
• The UN-backed IPC reports that around half a million people in Gaza are facing catastrophic hunger, with the entire population experiencing acute food insecurity due to the Israeli ban on aid and essential supplies.
• The Palestinian health ministry reports at least 45 malnutrition-related deaths in the past week, bringing the total since October 2023 to 115, including 81 children.
• The UNRWA describes the starvation as "manufactured and man-made," urging unrestricted aid delivery. The crisis has led to international criticism, with calls for a ceasefire and accusations of war crimes and crimes against humanity against Israeli officials, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian aid and a peaceful resolution.

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has escalated into one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent history, with widespread allegations of starvation and international condemnation. The recent claims by Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, denying the existence of hunger in Gaza, have sparked a global debate on the realities of the situation and the ethical implications of Israel's policies. In a post on X, Ben Gvir claimed that there is "no real hunger in Gaza," arguing that if Palestinians were truly hungry, they would release the Israeli hostages held in the territory. He further stated his support for "starving Hamas in Gaza," aligning with the Israeli government's policy of preventing humanitarian aid from entering the enclave. The situation in Gaza has been described as catastrophic by the UN-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), which reported in May that around half a million people were facing catastrophic hunger (IPC Phase 5). The entire population is experiencing acute food insecurity, with the situation worsening due to the Israeli ban on aid and supplies, including basic food items, baby formula and drinking water. According to the Palestinian health ministry, at least 45 Palestinians have died from malnutrition in the past week alone, bringing the total number of malnutrition-related deaths since the war began in October 2023 to 115, including 81 children. (Related: Gaza on the brink of FAMINE: Urgent action needed as humanitarian crisis deepens.)

International condemnation and humanitarian appeals

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has labeled the starvation in Gaza as "manufactured and man-made." Philippe Lazzarini, the UNRWA Commissioner-General, stated that the crisis is affecting everyone, including those trying to save lives. "Families are no longer coping; they are breaking down, unable to survive. Their existence is threatened," he said. Lazzarini urged humanitarian partners to be allowed to bring unrestricted and uninterrupted assistance to Gaza. UNRWA has the equivalent of 6,000 loaded trucks of food and medical supplies ready in Jordan and Egypt, but the blockade prevents their delivery. Ben Gvir's denial of hunger in Gaza stands in stark contrast to the warnings of numerous governments and humanitarian agencies, including the UN, which have accused Israel of weaponizing food as part of its war strategy. His comments reflect a broader policy advocated by the far-right faction within the Israeli government, which seeks to cut off all humanitarian aid to Gaza and pursue a policy of collective punishment. The Israeli government's actions have drawn international criticism, with many countries and organizations calling for a ceasefire to address the humanitarian crisis. Last November, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Israel also faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice. The denial of hunger in Gaza by Israeli officials like Itamar Ben Gvir highlights the deepening divide between the international community and Israel's approach to the crisis. As the humanitarian situation worsens, the need for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people becomes increasingly urgent. The international community must continue to pressure Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza and work toward a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Watch the video below where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies "starvation in Gaza." This video is from Cynthia's Pursuit of Truth channel on Brighteon.com.

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