The UN warns of famine in Gaza, citing malnutrition-related deaths. Israel claims hundreds of aid trucks await distribution, citing 4,500 trucks allowed in since May, averaging 70 daily. The UN counters that this is insufficient, hampered by Israeli military restrictions, unsafe routes, bureaucratic delays, and looting. Gaza's health ministry reports 79 deaths this week during aid distribution attempts. The UN attributes the issues to the collapse of Gaza's police force and Israeli military actions, stating daily sufficient aid delivery is the solution.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.