Palestinians call out ‘engineered famine’ in Gaza

Palestinians call out ‘engineered famine’ in Gaza Palestinians in Gaza accused Israeli occupation forces and traders of creating an "engineered famine" across the strip by only letting in and selling unhealthy products and junk food such as snacks and fizzy drinks, at the expense of the population’s health. "The Israeli army allows in chocolates and cola, but won't let through fresh vegetables, chicken, or flour. They’re running a starvation policy, exactly like the first famine, so that we turn on each other and kill one another," says one resident. According to the World Food Programme, the majority of Gaza’s population is suffering from acute food insecurity, a crisis that risks worsening with the announcement of aid cuts due to funding shortages. “The Israeli army allows in chocolates and cola, but won't let through fresh vegetables, chicken, or flour. They’re running a starvation policy." Gaza residents accuse Israel and traders of creating an “engineered famine” by only letting in unhealthy products and junk food. https://t.co/BRdvgi3kfH — Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) October 29, 2026