The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a grave warning regarding the deepening food crisis in the Gaza Strip as nearly the entire population of the Palestinian enclave is in “desperate” need of food assistance.
In a statement on Thursday, WFP executive director Cindy McCain said food and water supplies are “practically non-existent” in Gaza, noting that civilians are facing the immediate possibility of starvation.
“With winter fast approaching, unsafe and overcrowded shelters, and the lack of clean water, civilians are facing the immediate possibility of starvation,” McCain said.
“There is no way to meet current hunger needs with one operational border crossing. The only hope is opening another, safe passage for humanitarian access to bring life-saving food into Gaza,” the UN top official affirmed.
Earlier, WFP reported the closure of the final bakery operating in partnership with the agency due to a lack of fuel.
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