Middle East: Gaza food markets ‘in decay’ as starvation looms
[13/11/2024, 12:00 – Gaza, Palestinian Territories] – Food markets in the besieged Gaza Strip are “in decay” as the Palestinian population faces the threat of starvation, a new report has warned.
The report, by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), found that food prices in Gaza have risen by more than 50% in the past year, making it increasingly difficult for families to afford basic necessities.
The report also found that the quality of food available in Gaza is declining, with many markets selling spoiled or contaminated food. This is due to the fact that Gaza’s food supply is heavily dependent on imports, which have been restricted by the Israeli blockade.
The Israeli blockade has also led to a shortage of fuel and electricity in Gaza, which has made it difficult for food markets to operate. Many markets have been forced to close, and those that remain open are only able to operate for a few hours each day.
The report warns that the situation in Gaza is “critical” and that “urgent action is needed to avert a humanitarian catastrophe.” It calls on the Israeli government to lift the blockade and allow food, fuel, and electricity to enter Gaza.
The report also calls on the international community to provide financial assistance to UNRWA and other humanitarian organizations working in Gaza.
Here are some additional details from the report:
- The average price of a food basket in Gaza is now $150 per month, which is more than half of the average household income.
- The prices of some basic food items, such as rice and flour, have doubled in the past year.
- The quality of food available in Gaza is declining, with many markets selling spoiled or contaminated food.
- The Israeli blockade has led to a shortage of fuel and electricity in Gaza, which has made it difficult for food markets to operate.
- The situation in Gaza is “critical” and that “urgent action is needed to avert a humanitarian catastrophe.”
The Israeli government has not yet responded to the report.
Middle East: Gaza food markets ‘in decay’ as starvation looms
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