Food Crisis in Gaza

SOURCE www.npr.org
Nearly half a million people in Gaza face starvation as Israel halts flow of humanitarian aid to pressure Hamas. Food is scarce, with people resorting to grinding up pasta and lentils to make flour for bread.

Key Points

  • Israel halts flow of humanitarian aid to pressure Hamas
  • Food scarcity forces people to resort to extreme measures to make flour for bread

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the dire food situation in Gaza
  • Sheds light on the impact of political conflicts on humanitarian aid

Cons

  • May not provide a comprehensive analysis of the underlying political issues