The United Nations has issued an urgent warning: 14,000 babies in Gaza could die within the next two days unless life-saving aid reaches them immediately. 🍼💔 UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher called the situation "utterly chilling," emphasizing that starvation and a lack of medical supplies threaten the youngest lives in the conflict-stricken region.
Aid Delays and Desperation
Despite Israel approving 100 additional aid trucks to enter Gaza on Tuesday, only five of nine trucks cleared on Monday made it through the Kerem Shalom crossing. Fletcher described current aid levels as a "drop in the ocean," with many UN workers on the ground reportedly killed during the crisis.
Netanyahu’s Stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to pursue "complete victory" over Hamas in a Telegram video, linking hostage releases to the group’s destruction. He acknowledged fading international support, warning Israel risks losing global backing if the war continues unchecked.
Blockade Fallout
Israel lifted its 11-week aid blockade over the weekend but previously limited supplies to "prevent starvation," according to Netanyahu. The UN argues this approach has failed, with Gaza’s hospitals and families now facing catastrophic shortages. ⚠️
As the clock ticks, the world watches—will aid arrive in time? 🌍⏳
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Gaza: UN warns 14,000 babies face death in the next 48 hours
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