Gaza crossings close amid rising prices and famine fears
The Gaza Strip is suffering from a severe food crisis due to the blockade of commercial crossings by the occupation forces, especially with the closure of the Kerem Shalom crossing for a week. This has led to a significant shortage of food supplies and a skyrocketing rise in the prices of basic commodities. Prices for flour, potatoes, tomatoes, and vegetables have doubled, making it increasingly difficult for families to secure their daily meals. Poverty and unemployment rates have soared to 100% and 75%, respectively. This situation poses a serious threat to the health of the population, especially children, with rising cases of malnutrition and anemia among pregnant women reaching 61%. Officials and international organizations are calling for urgent intervention to reopen the crossings and support food aid, while authorities confirm that no new taxes are being imposed and are working to address trader monopolies in the market.
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