One year after a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel was expected to facilitate the delivery of food aid, Gaza remains gripped by widespread hunger and malnutrition. Despite the agreement's goal to flood the ruined territory with supplies, residents like Niyaha al-Masri are forced to spend six hours or more each day queueing at community kitchens to secure basic meals for their families.

Key facts

  • A ceasefire between Hamas and Israel was established one year ago with the expectation of allowing food to enter Gaza.
  • Severe food shortages, hunger, and malnutrition continue to affect the territory's population.
  • Gazan mother Niyaha al-Masri spends at least six hours daily waiting for food at a community kitchen.
  • The territory remains in a ruined state despite the lapse of time since the ceasefire began.

Why it matters

The persistent food crisis indicates that the humanitarian goals of the ceasefire agreement have not been achieved, leaving the population in a state of chronic food insecurity and exhaustion.

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