Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis: Disease and Starvation Threaten Lives Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resulted in limited access to essential supplies, including food, water, sanitation, and medical resources, putting hundreds of thousands of displaced civilians, particularly women and children, at high risk of life-threatening health conditions. Disease outbreaks, such as respiratory and diarrheal illnesses, are rapidly spreading, with over 33,551 reported cases of diarrhea and 55,000 cases of upper respiratory illnesses. Limited border crossings and attacks on hospitals have hindered the delivery of aid, exacerbating the crisis. Urgent humanitarian pauses and corridors are needed to address the dire situation in Gaza.