In a statement on Saturday, Sarai expressed concern over the "severely deteriorating conditions" in Gaza, which has been under siege and Israeli aggression for more than a year and a half. He noted Canada's deep concern over the severely deteriorating conditions and the increasing number of civilian deaths due to hunger in Gaza, especially children.
The Canadian minister cited a report by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) index, which confirmed "famine in the Gaza Strip," adding that "the ongoing conflict and the Israeli government's military actions have made famine a devastating reality for Palestinians in Gaza, and the crisis continues to worsen."
He pointed out that Israel, which he described as the "occupying power," has violated its obligations under international humanitarian law, indicating that the Israeli government is causing further civilian deaths by obstructing humanitarian aid.
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