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At Least 66 Children Die From Malnutrition in Gaza Amid Baby Formula Shortage, Dialysis Suspension, and Fuel Crisis at Nasser and Al-Shifa Hospitals

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Updated Jul 5, 2025, 08:51 AM

The humanitarian situation in Gaza has deteriorated sharply due to Israel's ongoing blockade and closure of border crossings, which has severely restricted the entry of essential supplies including baby formula, fuel, and medical aid. Hospitals in Gaza, particularly Nasser Medical Hospital in Khan Younis and Al-Shifa Medical Complex, face critical shortages. Hundreds of premature and newborn infants are at imminent risk of death as baby formula supplies have completely run out. Since October 2023, at least 66 children have died from malnutrition, with recent fatalities including infants at Nasser Hospital.

The fuel shortage has forced Al-Shifa Hospital to suspend kidney dialysis services, endangering the lives of approximately 350 patients, and intensive care services are now limited to a few hours daily. Medical officials warn of the spread of difficult-to-treat epidemics among children due to malnutrition and the inability of hospitals to provide adequate treatment. The Palestinian Ministry of Health and UN agencies have repeatedly appealed for urgent humanitarian aid, emphasizing that the lack of fuel threatens to cause a total shutdown of hospital generators and critical services. Over 80,000 patients face risks from medicine shortages, and thousands of children suffer from severe malnutrition. The United Nations and medical staff describe the situation as catastrophic, with displacement orders affecting 85% of Gaza’s territory, further straining vital services. International organizations and local authorities have called for immediate pressure on Israel to allow the entry of fuel, food, and medical supplies to prevent further loss of life and a worsening health crisis.

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