Deaths from starvation increasing hourly. Humanitarian organizations appeal: ‘Open all crossings, let aid in.’ Paris criticizes Netanyahu government: ‘This crisis is due to Tel Aviv’s blockade. Immediate ceasefire necessary.’

The humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip has reached a catastrophic level, as mass famine claims an increasing number of lives every hour, according to numerous international NGOs. The blockade imposed by Israel has resulted in critical shortages of food, medicine, and essential supplies, pushing the already devastated region into a state of severe starvation.

Prominent humanitarian organizations, including Oxfam, Doctors Without Borders (MSF), and Save the Children, have issued urgent pleas for immediate intervention. “The situation is desperate,” warned MSF spokesperson Emma Thompson. “If humanitarian corridors are not opened immediately, we will see an unprecedented catastrophe unfold before our eyes.”

International criticism of Israel’s policies has grown increasingly vocal, with France taking an especially firm stance. In a sharply worded statement from Paris, the French government directly blamed the Netanyahu administration for exacerbating the humanitarian disaster. “This catastrophic situation is clearly the result of the blockade imposed by Tel Aviv,” French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian stated. “An immediate ceasefire and full access for humanitarian aid must be secured without delay.”

Israeli authorities, however, have responded defensively, claiming the blockade is a necessary security measure against Hamas. Yet, the dramatic rise in civilian deaths due to starvation has intensified global pressure, drawing condemnation even from traditionally cautious international allies.

The United Nations also expressed deep concern, with UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling the crisis “a disgrace to the international community.” He urged all parties to prioritize humanitarian considerations, stating that the current situation in Gaza “violates every humanitarian law and moral principle.”

Inside Gaza, desperation is palpable. Hospitals are overwhelmed, lacking even basic medical supplies. Families scour through ruins for scraps of food, and malnutrition among children has soared alarmingly. Images of suffering civilians have galvanized public opinion worldwide, spurring protests and international calls for action.

Experts warn the next days will be decisive. “Unless Israel immediately lifts its blockade and allows aid to enter, we’re on the brink of witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe comparable to the worst famines in recent history,” said humanitarian affairs analyst Dr. Lisa Cooper.

As international pressure mounts, eyes turn to diplomatic channels to resolve this crisis swiftly. NGOs continue to plead for intervention, hoping their outcry will prompt immediate and life-saving action before the catastrophe deepens further.