The White House has not commented on a report finding famine in Gaza. Analysts say that absent U.S. pressure, Israel is unlikely to change course.
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Global Monitors Confirm Famine in Part of Gaza. What Does That Mean?
A panel of food security experts said the famine could spread to more of the enclave within weeks.
Gaza City and Surrounding Areas Officially Hit by Famine, Global Group Says
At least half a million people in the enclave were facing the most severe conditions measured by U.N.-backed international experts: starvation, acute malnutrition and death.
As Famine Stalks Gaza, Farmers Lament Their Many Losses
After more than a year of war, farmers have lost land, equipment and sometimes their lives.
What Is a Famine and Who Determines That One Exists?
A group of global experts said that Gaza is at high risk of famine, but stopped short of saying that one had begun. Here’s a closer look at how famine is defined.
The U.N. Says Gaza Is Close to Famine. What Does That Mean?
Several criteria, including acute malnutrition in at least 30 percent of children, go into determining that a famine exists. It is not clear who has the authority to officially declare a famine in Gaza.
Israel Helped Organize Convoy That Ended in Disaster
It was one of four convoys put together by local Palestinian businessmen this week at the behest of Israeli officials, who promised to provide security.
Somalis Are Dying of Hunger. Officials Say It’s Not a Famine. Why?
An official declaration of famine would unleash aid and attention. Some experts say Somalia shows that the international system for making the judgment is broken.