Strong likelihood' of imminent famine in north Gaza: Food security experts

The Famine Review Committee warns that immediate action is crucial to avert famine in northern Gaza, with starvation and malnutrition rates rising rapidly.

According to the Famine Review Committee, famine thresholds may have already been crossed in northern Gaza due to ongoing conflict and food shortages.

Cindy McCain from the UN World Food Programme stated, 'The unacceptable is confirmed: Famine is likely happening or imminent in north Gaza.'

The IPC defines famine with specific criteria, including 20% extreme food shortages, 30% child malnutrition, and rising mortality rates from starvation.

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