The article highlights the devastating impact of the Israeli blockade on Gaza, particularly in relation to the humanitarian crisis affecting 2 million residents. As food scarcity worsens and prices soar following the escalation of conflict in October 2023, individuals with special dietary needs, such as those with celiac disease, face especially critical challenges. Prior access to gluten-free products has been severely disrupted, further exacerbating health risks for vulnerable populations. The situation is dire and largely overlooked by the international community, leading to urgent calls for awareness and assistance.
"Before the war, my aunt received gluten-free flour from Ard El Insan, the only group in Gaza providing this essential item. But when the genocide erupted, everything changed."
"Gaza is the hungriest place on Earth," Jens Laerke, a spokesperson for the UN humanitarian affairs coordination office OCHA, said last week.
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