Gaza has spiraled into a humanitarian crisis marked by severe famine. Rida Hijjeh, a mother of a five-year-old daughter named Lamia, reports that her child has lost a staggering 9.5 kg (approximately 20 pounds), a loss amounting to almost half of her body weight. Rida states that Lamia cannot walk due to malnutrition, a consequence of the family's repeated displacements during ongoing warfare. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has increased its level to Phase 5, which indicates that famine is confirmed in Gaza City and surrounding areas. The IPC anticipates that these catastrophic conditions might extend to Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis by the end of September. In response to these alarming reports, Israeli officials including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have denied any allegations of starvation in Gaza, labeling the IPC’s findings as misleading.
Mother in Gaza Reports Starvation as Daughter's Weight Halves
Mother in Gaza Reports Starvation as Daughter's Weight Halves
A mother's heartbreaking account highlights the impact of famine in Gaza, as her five-year-old daughter loses 9.5 kg amid the ongoing crisis.
Rida Hijjeh reveals that her daughter, Lamia, has lost almost half of her body weight due to famine in Gaza City. The current food insecurity classification in the region has reached its highest level, with dire conditions expected to escalate. Despite this, Israeli officials dispute the claims of starvation, calling reports into question.
