The Inside Story Podcast Has Israel turned Gaza into a starvation camp?
May 31, 2025
In this discussion, Victoria Rose, a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Gaza's Nasser Hospital, shares harrowing insights about the dire humanitarian conditions, revealing the overwhelming injuries and fatalities among civilians. Bara Zuhaili, a Vascular Surgeon with two volunteering stints in Gaza, highlights the profound long-term effects of the crisis on health and well-being. They delve into the severe medical shortages faced by healthcare professionals and the psychological and physical impact of ongoing famine on the population, underscoring an urgent call for support.
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Gaza Faces Unprecedented Hardship
- The civilian population in Gaza is suffering unprecedented hardship due to continuous bombardment and shortages.
- Malnutrition and desperation are worsening health outcomes amid dire hospital conditions.
Tragic Newborn Deaths in Gaza
- Around 400 newborns have died in Gaza since October 7, revealing the brutal impact of the conflict on infants.
- A colleague broke down in tears reporting the tragic and horrific conditions surrounding these deaths.
Malnutrition Hurts Brain Development
- Children surviving in Gaza are suffering brain development damage due to lack of adequate nutrition in critical early life.
- Missing proper nutrition in the first 1000 days severely impairs future cognitive growth and development.