Tunisian leader displays images of malnourished children from Gaza to Trump advisor
In a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict in the Palestinian territory, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Saied has spoken out against the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, describing it as a "crime against all of humanity." Saied's comments came during a conversation with US envoy Massad Boulos, who recently visited Tunisia and the Libyan capital Tripoli.
The conversation, although the specific details about its location and date are not disclosed, saw Saied showing Boulos photographs of a child crying and eating sand in occupied Palestine. The images serve as a poignant symbol of the dire situation faced by the people of Gaza, where more than 2 million people have endured 21 months of devastating conflict.
Over the past few years, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened significantly. As of mid-2025, over 59,000 Palestinians have been killed, and about 1.9 million displaced, with widespread destruction of health infrastructure. Only about half of hospitals and primary healthcare centers function partially, leading to critical shortages in medical and maternal care, compounded by fuel shortages and food insecurity.
Children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable, facing starvation and disease. In the past three days alone, 21 children have died from malnutrition and starvation in the Palestinian territory. The head of Gaza's largest hospital has issued a statement, warning that mass starvation is spreading across the Gaza Strip, a claim supported by more than 100 aid organizations.
The conflict has resulted in repeated displacement caused by Israeli military operations and worsening food insecurity, despite some humanitarian aid entering Gaza. Thousands have died attempting to access aid, and UN premises have been struck, further hampering relief efforts. The conflict has also led to significant casualties on the Israeli side, including the deaths of soldiers and ongoing sporadic rocket attacks by Palestinian armed groups.
Regarding allegations of crimes against humanity, the conflict has seen mass civilian casualties, destruction of infrastructure, and harsh conditions amounting to widespread suffering of residents in Gaza. The International Rescue Committee and UN bodies have called for immediate ceasefires, protection of civilians, and respect for international humanitarian law. The holding of hostages by Hamas and other groups is condemned by UN officials, who demand their immediate release.
However, accusations against both parties persist. Hamas is accused of stealing food handouts to sell at inflated prices or shooting at those awaiting aid, while Israel claims that humanitarian aid is being allowed into Gaza, but accuses Hamas of exploiting civilian suffering.
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, international pressure on Israel is mounting. The situation has become a pressing concern for global leaders, with calls for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of the people of Gaza and bring an end to the conflict.
- The Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighted by the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, has been a topic of conversation between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Saied and US envoy Massad Boulos.
- In discussions about the ongoing war-and-conflicts in the Palestinian territory, Saied shared graphic images of Malnutrition and starvation among children in occupied Palestine with Boulos.
- The health-and-wellness situation in Gaza is alarming, with more than 2 million people facing the consequences of 21 months of conflict and about 21 children reportedly dying from malnutrition and starvation in the past three days.
- The politics surrounding the crisis have led to allegations of crimes against humanity, with the International Rescue Committee and UN bodies calling for immediate ceasefires, protection of civilians, and respect for international humanitarian law.
- Crime-and-justice issues remain a concern in the ongoing conflict, as accusations against both parties persist, including Hamas allegedly stealing food handouts and Israel claiming that aid is being allowed into Gaza but accusing Hamas of exploiting civilian suffering.
