"Gaza's Looming Starvation Crisis: The Resurgence of Civilian Sieges"

The Gaza Strip is facing a severe risk of famine, with the potential for it to reach famine levels as soon as early February, according to a U.N.-affiliated panel. The territory, home to 2.2 million people, has been deprived of sufficient food, water, and supplies due to Israel's response to a surprise attack by Hamas. Limited aid is entering Gaza, but the ongoing conflict makes distribution extremely difficult. This situation reflects a resurgence of civilian sieges in warfare, reversing progress against famine seen in recent decades.