In war-ravaged Gaza City, a military plane drops food aid via black parachutes over the ruins, triggering a scramble among starving residents. Amidst rubble-strewn dunes, men and boys fight for meager supplies, highlighting dire conditions akin to famine. Aid groups warn of insufficient supplies, with only a fraction meeting basic needs, exacerbating desperation. Land deliveries remain insufficient post-war, prompting foreign governments to conduct airdrops, albeit insufficient. Deaths and injuries mar the air operation, further underscoring the crisis. Calls intensify for increased aid access, while blame games persist between Israel, UN, and aid agencies. UN chief describes Gaza’s plight as reminiscent of the four horsemen of war, famine, conquest, and death.
Desperation in Gaza: Hunger Amidst Ruins
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