Overview

• The UN‑linked IPC on Aug. 22 classified Gaza at Phase 5, confirming famine conditions centered in the north.
• Israel disputed the finding, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calling it a “shameless lie” and accusing Hamas of diverting aid.
• UN agencies warn the crisis could spread to central and southern Gaza by September and report warehouses in Jordan and Egypt stocked for 6,000 truckloads that are largely not entering.
• Israeli bombardments continued as Defence Minister Israel Katz threatened to destroy Gaza City unless Hamas disarms, frees hostages and accepts Israel’s conditions.
• The White House has not issued a public response, in contrast with expressions of indignation reported from several European governments.