Cindy McCain, the executive director of the World Food Programme, has drawn attention to the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. She called it a “full-blown famine” during an interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker on Sunday’s Meet The Press. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has been going on for eight months and has led to widespread famine in Gaza.
McCain emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire and safe access to provide food assistance in Gaza. She described the situation in the north as moving south, leading to widespread famine that she witnessed firsthand. Despite there being no official declaration of war, McCain defended her use of the term “famine” based on reports from WFP workers.
As ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas show signs of progress, McCain stressed the importance of preventing further suffering in Gaza. She emphasized that in a world where there is an abundance of food resources, no one should have to endure starvation. McCain’s plea for international cooperation to address the crisis highlights the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the conflict in Gaza.
