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Gaza at high risk of ‘famine’ as aid groups slam Israel’s ‘total disregard’ for hospitals

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Oxfam warns of “irreversible consequences” for Palestinians and says “Israel safe zones” are a “mirage”.
Aid charities have sounded the alarm about an “apocalyptic” situation in Gaza after more than two months of war between Israel and Hamas, warning of starvation and an outbreak of disease.
In a video conference with journalists this week, international organisations depicted a bleak picture of what Save the Children called the “horrors” unfolding in the Gaza Strip.
“The situation in Gaza is not just a catastrophe, it’s apocalyptic … with potential irreversible consequences on Palestinian people,” said Bushra Khalidi of Oxfam, another UK-based charity.
“Israel safe zones within Gaza are a mirage,” she added.
Israel designates safe zone in Gaza. Palestinians and aid groups say it offers little relief
United Nations agencies have repeatedly warned of deteriorating health and food conditions in Gaza and a breakdown of public order if no ceasefire is secured.
The World Food Programme has said the risk of “famine” is high, while the World Health Organization have warned civilisation was collapsing in Gaza.

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