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oPt: Children in Gaza Still Paying the Price with More Than 74,000 Children Expected to Suffer Acute Malnutrition in Coming Months
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Save the Children , ReliefWeb
· July 23, 2026
· 4 min read
. -- More than 74,000 children under five in Gaza will suffer acute malnutrition in the year to April 2027, according to new data, highlighting that the crisis remains catastrophic with children paying the highest price, Save the Children said. New data from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classi
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Key takeaway Without humanitarian food assistance, around 90% of Gaza's population - or 1.
Why this matters
The situation in Gaza highlights the critical role of humanitarian assistance in preventing widespread catastrophe, particularly among vulnerable populations like children. Despite a slight improvement in malnutrition rates, the fact that over 74,000 children under five are expected to suffer from acute malnutrition in the coming months underscores the need for sustained support. The decline in humanitarian aid entry since February 2026 is a concerning trend, as it threatens to reverse the fragile gains made so far. The availability of nutritious food is a significant challenge, with markets offering expensive and nutrient-lacking commercial goods instead of affordable and healthy options. As the IPC warns, the situation remains easily reversible, and disruptions to humanitarian assistance could have devastating consequences. The reliance on humanitarian aid as a lifeline for most families in Gaza emphasizes the need for continued support from the international community to prevent a deeper crisis.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? . -- More than 74,000 children under five in Gaza will suffer acute malnutrition in the year to April 2027, according to new data, highlighting that the crisis remains catastrophic with children paying the highest price, Save the Children said. New data from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classi
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