DayofPal—The World Health Organization (WHO) has cautioned that recent progress in reducing famine conditions in Gaza could easily be reversed, warning that the humanitarian situation remains highly unstable.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that although new data shows no part of Gaza is currently classified as being in famine, the improvement is precarious.
He pointed to widespread destruction, loss of livelihoods, and ongoing limits on humanitarian access as major threats to food security.
According to projections, more than 100,000 children, along with around 37,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women, are expected to experience acute malnutrition by April next year.
At the same time, only about half of Gaza’s healthcare facilities are functioning at even a partial level, many struggling with severe shortages of medical supplies and equipment.
Tedros urged for faster approval and delivery of essential medical items, as well as temporary hospital units, to expand access to life-saving care.
He stressed that scaling up health services is critical to preventing a renewed humanitarian collapse.
The latest report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) indicated that famine classifications have been lifted following a ceasefire agreement reached in October.
Increased food deliveries and diplomatic efforts have contributed to easing the worst conditions. However, the IPC warned that famine levels remain dangerous and could worsen if aid access is disrupted.
In a separate statement, Tedros welcomed reports that Sudanese health workers detained in South Darfur had been released, while calling for the freedom of all remaining medical staff and civilians held in captivity.
He emphasized that healthcare workers must be protected, particularly during humanitarian emergencies and wars.
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