185 deaths from hunger in Gaza in August

In the Gaza Strip, 185 people, including 12 children, lost their lives due to hunger during August, the Palestinian enclave's Ministry of Health announced today.

According to Anadolu Agency, the ministry said 70 deaths have been recorded since the Gaza Strip was formally declared a famine zone last month.

Health officials announced that more than 43 children under the age of five are suffering from malnutrition, along with 55 pregnant and breastfeeding women.

It is reported that 67 percent of pregnant women are anemic, the most alarming rate documented in years.

The ministry warned of catastrophic consequences if emergency food and medical supplies are not delivered immediately, citing the rapid escalation of hunger-related deaths.