Acute malnutrition rising among Gaza's young children, UN warns
Briefly

Gaza is experiencing a dire humanitarian crisis described as 'apocalyptic' by UN agencies, with food supplies critically low following Israel's blockade initiated on March 2. The International Court of Justice is investigating Israel's responsibilities regarding humanitarian assistance amidst accusations against aid organizations like UNRWA being infiltrated by Hamas. UNICEF reports alarming increases in malnutrition cases among children, with child malnutrition nearly doubling from February to March of this year. Without immediate intervention, experts warn that many children will face severe health risks as aid efforts are halted due to the ongoing conflict.
Gaza faces an "apocalyptic" situation as major aid organizations report dwindling food stocks, impacting children severely affected by malnutrition due to the ongoing blockade.
The International Court of Justice hearings on Israel's obligations highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has escalated since the blockade and military actions.
UNICEF reports a dramatic increase in acute malnutrition cases among children under five in Gaza, emphasizing that without intervention, many will face life-threatening conditions.
UNICEF's food stock depletion threatens malnutrition prevention efforts for Gaza's children, highlighting the desperate need for humanitarian aid amid the ongoing conflict.
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