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One in Five Children in Gaza Suffers from Acute Malnutrition

UN agency confirms one in five children in Gaza suffers from acute malnutrition due to the humanitarian crisis. The organization calls for urgent aid.


One in Five Children in Gaza Suffers from Acute Malnutrition

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) confirmed yesterday, Friday, that one in five children in the Gaza Strip is suffering from acute malnutrition. This is a result of the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region. UNRWA emphasizes that the nutritional situation for children is deteriorating daily and calls on the international community to provide urgent aid. The agency also stated that immediate measures are needed to prevent further worsening of the situation.