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UN body says over 1,000 have been killed seeking food in Gaza since May as hunger crisis worsens
GAZA STRIP, PALESTINE, JUL 22 – The United Nations reports 1,054 Palestinians killed seeking food aid since late May, with 766 deaths near Israeli- and U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites.
- In a Geneva press briefing, Juliette Touma, UNRWA's communications director, called the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's aid program a 'sadistic death screed,' highlighting its deadly impact.
- The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation launched operations on May 26, after an 11-week blockade, leading to a deadly humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- In Gaza, data shows 1,054 Palestinians killed while seeking food as of July 21, with 766 near GHF sites and 288 at UN convoys, reported Thameen Al-Kheetan, UN human rights office spokesman.
- According to the World Health Organization, Tarik Jaaarevi reported 94% of health establishments in Gaza have been damaged, noting half of Gaza hospitals are not at all functional.
- UNRWA urged, with Juliette Touma calling for a cease-fire to free hostages and secure aid flow.
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