"Starvation and Disease: The Silent Crises Ravaging Gaza's Population and Zoo Animals"
The Rafah Zoo in the Gaza Strip is facing a severe crisis as animals, including emaciated lions and monkeys, are starving due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The zoo, known for poor conditions, is now a refuge for displaced Palestinians, with families living among the suffering animals. The Israeli offensive has led to widespread destruction and a U.N. report warns of a potential famine in Gaza. Despite international pressure, the conflict continues with high civilian casualties and a recent Israeli troop withdrawal signaling a possible scale-back in fighting.