Famine Officially Declared in Gaza City — And Food Authority Warns It May Spread

Tom Durante Aug 22nd, 2025, 8:05 am

A U.N.-backed food authority has officially declared a famine in Gaza City, warning the food crisis is at high risk of spreading in the war-torn region.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) issued the shocking findings on Friday, saying the crisis stems from wiped-out food production, Palestinians being driven from their homes, and aid blockades after nearly two years of conflict in the area.

The agency warned that the crisis could spread to the cities of Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis by the end of next month, according to the Associated Press .

“A rapidly increasing number of people, especially young children, are dying preventable deaths from s

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