UNRWA chief says hunger in Gaza is "man-made"
During a press conference in Cairo with Egyptian foreign minister Sameh Shoukry, UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini stated on Monday that the hunger in the Gaza Strip is a result of human actions. He emphasized that this issue can be addressed and reversed if there is sufficient political determination, suggesting that the crossings can be used to provide an abundance of food for Gaza.
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- Published Date: 01:39 | 18 March 2024
- Modified Date: 01:39 | 18 March 2024
The head of the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency said on Monday the hunger in the Gaza Strip is "man-made".
The crisis can be resolved and reversed through proper political will and Gaza can be "flooded" with food through the crossings, UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini added during a press conference in Cairo with Egyptian foreign minister Sameh Shoukry.
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