UNRWA: Gaza residents face risk of famine

GAZA, May 13 (YPA) – The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) confirmed on Tuesday that residents of Gaza are facing the threat of famine.

In a statement, UNRWA said: “Gaza’s population is facing the risk of famine after 19 months of conflict, mass displacement, and severe restrictions on aid.”

The UN agency added: “The blockade on Gaza must be lifted to allow aid to reach those in need.”

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