Gaza City officially in famine
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Israel has systematically obstructed food entering Gaza, aid agencies say, as a UN-backed body confirms a famine.
A UN-backed report warns that Gaza is facing a man-made famine affecting hundreds of thousands, while Israel prepares for a major offensive.
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The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, or IPC, said famine is happening in Gaza City, home to hundreds of thousands of Palestinians.