New UN-led survey shows low levels of malnutrition in children from Gaza
A UNICEF-led survey indicates that acute malnutrition rates among children in Gaza are low and comparable to pre-war levels. Israeli officials cite this data to challenge international reports of famine in the region.
Why it matters
The data serves as a focal point in the ongoing information war regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the efficacy of international aid.
A newly published UNICEF-led survey revealed that the levels of malnutrition in children are lower or similar to those registered before the Israel-Hamas war, with Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon saying on Thursday that it was proof that the "false narrative against Israel" of there being a famine in the Gaza Strip is falling apart."Once again, facts prevail over fiction," Danon said. "UN bodies are acknowledging that the false narrative against Israel is falling apart.""Israel is not starving children. Israel is fighting Hamas terrorism, while Hamas uses civilians in Gaza as human shields.
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