Gazans are again going hungry as Israel’s total siege nears two months
washingtonpost.comPublished: 4/30/2025
Summary
Israel's prolonged siege on Gaza has deepened the humanitarian crisis, forcing residents into acute food shortages with aid supplies exhausted since March 2. Water scarcity adds to their dire situation as basic necessities remain scarce, with long lines at community kitchens and desperation feeding efforts reliant on donations. The U.N. warns this could worsen, with malnutrition rates rising and aid diversion suspected by the Israeli government. Displacement of nearly a million and ongoing conflict exacerbate suffering, leaving Gaza in one of its worst humanitarian states.