On July 23, 2025, Al Jazeera reported a deepening humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, where 10 more Palestinians died of starvation, bringing the total malnutrition-related death toll to 111 since the war began in October 2023.
At least 21 children under five have died from malnutrition this year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
WHO and other agencies report no food deliveries for nearly 80 days between March and May. Current aid levels remain critically insufficient.
Over 100 humanitarian organizations, including Mercy Corps and Refugees International, warn of “mass starvation” as tonnes of aid sit blocked outside Gaza.
Israeli forces have reportedly shot hundreds of Palestinians near aid points since May, turning food access into a life-threatening ordeal.
Gaza’s hospitals are overwhelmed, functioning as trauma wards, with healthcare workers fainting from hunger while treating patients.
Two more Palestinian journalists were killed in Israeli strikes, raising the media death toll to 231.
Diplomatic Movements:
Ceasefire talks: U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is heading to Europe for sensitive negotiations on a 60-day ceasefire and hostage release deal, mediated by Qatar and Egypt.
Hamas response: The group has submitted its reply to the ceasefire proposal, with key sticking points including Israeli military withdrawal and aid distribution logistics.
(source Al Jazeera)
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