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247 As Tess Ingram, spokesperson for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), reported, children in Gaza are facing not only hunger but also chronic trauma and displacement amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis. According to a report by Al Jazeera.
Ingram expressed deep concern about the plight of children in Gaza, stressing that they are bearing the brunt of the crisis. A recent UNICEF survey found alarming statistics showing that 90% of children under the age of two in Gaza have access to only two main food groups grains and dairy products. This is well below the five food groups recommended for healthy development.
“We are very concerned about the amount of nutrients young children are receiving for their growth and development,” Ingram said in an interview with Al Jazeera. The limited nutrient intake raises serious concerns about the longterm physical health of these children.
Equally worrying is the impact of the war on the mental health of children in Gaza. Ingram highlighted the widespread traumatic reactions observed in many children supported by UNICEF. She stressed that the situation in Gaza is different from other conflicts where children can find safety.
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“We see traumatic stress reactions in many of the children we interact with. In other conflicts, children may have traumatic experiences but have the ability to find a safe place. “That didn’t happen in Gaza,” he said. Ingram stressed that ending the fighting is crucial to creating an environment where children can feel safe. Only then is it possible to conduct a comprehensive assessment and respond to longterm mental health needs.
The UNICEF spokesperson's statements underscore the urgent need for international attention and intervention to address the multifaceted crisis affecting the youngest members of the Gaza community. As the conflict continues, the wellbeing of these children remains at the heart of humanitarian concerns.