In Gaza, Palestinians seek food relief amid rising hunger crisis (12 images)

By Wade Sheridan

Palestinians, including children, gather at a charity kitchen in the Al-Mawasi area of Khan Yunis, Gaza, on Monday. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification warns nearly 500,000 people in Gaza are facing catastrophic levels of food insecurity.



Charitable organizations distribute hot meals to Palestinians in the Al-Mawasi area of Khan Yunis, Gaza, on May 12, 2025. Photo by Anas Deeb/UPI
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Hungry children hold out pans for food. Photo by Anas Deeb/UPI
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Palestinian militant group Hamas released Israeli-American Edan Alexander as part of negotiations with the United States for a ceasefire and the delivery of food and aid in Gaza. Photo by Anas Deeb/UPI
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Palestinians wait for hot meals to be distributed. Photo by Anas Deeb/UPI
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