A concerning situation has unfolded in northern Gaza, where no food has entered the region since the beginning of October. This development has put approximately 1 million people at risk of going hungry, according to the World Food Programme (WFP).
Reports from WFP indicate a significant decline in aid deliveries to the area. In August, around 700 aid trucks were able to enter northern Gaza to provide essential supplies. However, this number dropped to 400 trucks in September due to the cessation of commercial operations at the Allenby Crossing on the border between the occupied West Bank and Jordan.
WFP highlighted the critical nature of the situation, stating that no food trucks have entered northern Gaza so far in October. As a result, the organization has been forced to halt the distribution of food parcels, further exacerbating the food insecurity in the region.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) also expressed alarm over the dwindling supply of commercial and humanitarian goods entering Gaza. OCHA reported that September witnessed the lowest volume of supplies entering the region since at least March 2024.
The lack of food and aid reaching northern Gaza has raised concerns about the potential for widespread hunger and even famine. WFP emphasized that if the flow of assistance does not resume promptly, one million vulnerable individuals in the area will be deprived of a crucial lifeline.
Amidst these challenges, the Israeli military's renewed ground operation in northern Gaza on October 6 has further complicated the situation. Evacuation orders have been issued for residents in the region, with an expanded 'humanitarian area' designated in Al-Mawasi in the south.
Efforts are underway to address the urgent food shortage crisis in northern Gaza and ensure that essential supplies reach those in need. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely and provide support to alleviate the suffering of the affected population.
