Malnutrition claims lives of 14 Palestinians in Gaza amid aid crisis
- Health officials in Gaza have reported 34 Palestinian deaths due to Israeli strikes following a temporary easing of aid restrictions.
- The easing of restrictions included a daily pause of military operations intended to improve aid flow.
- The continued military operations and a severe malnutrition crisis have led to increasing deaths in Gaza.
In Gaza, health officials reported that from October 7, 2023, Israeli military strikes have resulted in the death of at least 34 Palestinians. These strikes occurred shortly after Israel announced the easing of restrictions on aid to address a worsening humanitarian crisis. The Israeli government declared a temporary pause in military operations for 10 hours daily, intended to enhance aid flow. However, attacks continued outside this timeframe, raising concerns about the efficacy of the aid measures. Aid agencies praised the easing of restrictions but deemed the measures insufficient. The situation in Gaza has become increasingly dire, with a significant portion of the population relying on humanitarian aid while accessing basic necessities like food has become highly dangerous. Over the past 24 hours, the Gaza Strip has seen at least 14 deaths related to malnutrition, as reported by the Health Ministry. These include two children, culminating in a total of 88 child deaths due to malnutrition-related causes since the outbreak of the war. Additionally, 59 adult deaths have been attributed to similar causes, showcasing the toll of the worsening humanitarian crisis and highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address the food and health emergencies in the occupied territory.