Gaza Food Crisis: Israel and Hamas Trade Blame Amid International Outcry

A deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza has sparked international outrage, with aid organizations and world leaders raising alarm bells about widespread food shortages and the risk of famine. Israel denies responsibility for the crisis, pointing fingers at Hamas for deliberately engineering the dire situation.

“Mass Starvation” in Gaza: Who is Responsible?

Over 100 aid and human rights groups have issued a stark warning about “mass starvation” spreading through the Gaza Strip. France has also expressed serious concerns about the growing “risk of famine,” attributing it to the ongoing blockade imposed by Israel. The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, described the situation as “man-made mass starvation,” echoing the concerns of the international community.

Israel Denies Responsibility, Blames Hamas

Israeli government spokesman David Mencer vehemently denied Israel’s role in the food crisis. He asserted that there is “no famine caused by Israel,” instead claiming a “man-made shortage engineered by Hamas.” This claim directly contradicts the assertions of numerous international bodies and aid organizations.

International Pressure Mounts on Israel

The international community is increasingly pressuring Israel to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The accusations of “mass starvation” and warnings of a potential famine have prompted calls for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people.