Recent studies have debunked the myth of widespread malnutrition in Gaza, showcasing that aid deliveries meet international nutritional standards and provide sufficient food for the population, despite challenges in distribution due to theft by Hamas and criminal groups.

Amidst a heated debate over aid to Gaza, international agencies and governments have accused Israel of not doing enough to ensure Palestinians in Gaza receive food and aid, with warnings of potential famine.

In a recent New York Times column, Nicholas Kristof criticized Israel's actions in Gaza, highlighting the death of a Gazan boy due to malnutrition.