Israel-Hamas War: Gaza Faces Dire Hunger Crisis as Food Trucks Have Not Entered Since October 1

Gaza has over 2 million people, and many rely on humanitarian aid to survive. Because of the conflict and blockades, ...

Gaza has over 2 million people, and many rely on humanitarian aid to survive. Because of the conflict and blockades, it’s hard for goods to enter. Essential items like food are brought in by special trucks monitored by international organizations to make sure people get what they need to live.

The United Nations reported that no food trucks have entered Gaza since October 1st, meaning more than 10 days without deliveries.
The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) told CNN that around 700 aid trucks entered northern Gaza in August. However, this number dropped to just 400 in September after commercial operations were stopped at the Allenby Crossing, located between the West Bank and Jordan.

The WFP reported that the amount of aid entering Gaza has now reached its lowest level in months. As a result, the organization had to stop distributing food parcels in October, adding to the growing humanitarian crisis according to Firstpost.

Meanwhile, The Food organization warned that “Hunger is spreading, and the risk of famine is growing. If aid doesn’t start coming in again, one million people in need will lose this critical support,”

According to CNN, two key bakeries in Gaza, Al-Banna and Zadna, have closed for three days due to shortages of flour and fuel. This has made it impossible for them to provide bread, a crucial food for many residents. The situation is getting worse as these bakeries are unable to operate.

So, what’s the reason? There’s no official reason given, but it seems tied to the rising tensions and conflict in the region. Security concerns often lead to aid being stopped, but blocking food deliveries hits innocent civilians the hardest.