At least five individuals have died from hunger in the Gaza Strip within the last 24 hours, according to the Hamas-run Ministry of Health. This brings the total number of deaths attributed to famine and malnutrition in Gaza to 193 since the onset of the ongoing conflict, which has lasted nearly two years. Among the deceased, 96 are children.

The situation in Gaza has drawn increasing international scrutiny, with calls for Israel to allow more humanitarian aid into the region. The conflict primarily involves the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Palestinian militant groups, particularly Hamas, which is classified as a terrorist organization by both the United States and the European Union.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, a global initiative that monitors hunger with support from various governments and organizations, issued a warning last week. It stated that Gaza is facing a "worst-case scenario of famine."

Aid distribution in Gaza is currently managed by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is backed by the U.S. and Israel. The GHF began its operations in Gaza in late May. Israel has mandated that all aid must go through the GHF to prevent Hamas from seizing the supplies. Israeli officials assert that the GHF operates independently in distributing aid, with military personnel nearby to ensure that food is delivered in an orderly manner.

However, the situation remains dire. The United Nations reported that nearly 1,400 Palestinians have died while attempting to collect aid since the GHF sites were established. The ongoing conflict and restrictions on aid have exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region.