UN Reports Over 60,000 Children Face Malnutrition in Gaza Amid Water Crisis, 70% of Schools Affected Since Mid-March

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Updated Apr 14, 2025, 04:59 PM

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is escalating, with the United Nations reporting that over 60,000 children under five are facing malnutrition due to a blockade that has prevented humanitarian aid from entering the region since mid-March. The UN's Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Sigrid Kaag, highlighted the dire situation at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, emphasizing the urgent need for aid. Local officials have reported that hundreds of thousands of residents in Gaza City have lost access to clean water after Israel cut supplies amid renewed military operations. This disruption has left many residents walking miles to find water, as key pipelines remain damaged. The Israeli military's actions have been condemned, with accusations that water has been used as a weapon against the Palestinian population. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has called for immediate humanitarian assistance, stating that the situation is critical and that many families are suffering due to the lack of food and clean water. Additionally, reports indicate that over 70% of schools in Gaza have been directly impacted by military actions, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

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