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.
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.
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