The Decibel Gazan journalist describes starvation, chaos on the ground
Jul 31, 2025
Hasan Jaber, a journalist based in Gaza and a veteran of Globe and Mail, shares his firsthand experiences from Bureij Refugee Camp amid the harrowing humanitarian crisis. He discusses the daily struggle for food and water, detailing the chaos surrounding aid distribution. Janice Dickson, an international affairs reporter, reflects on the world's reactions to rising starvation concerns in Gaza and Israel's dismissal of the situation. Together, they highlight the urgent need for global intervention to address the escalating crisis.
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Severe Food Scarcity Impact
- Hasan Jaber and his family face severe food and water scarcity, often going days without bread or water.
- They have lost significant weight and struggle with the rising cost and danger of buying food.
Aid Distribution Risks in Gaza
- Hasan Jaber says aid food drops mostly benefit Israeli controlled areas or local gangs, making access unsafe for average Gazans.
- He avoids aid centers due to violence and risk of death at food lines during ongoing conflict.
UNRWA's Past Aid Impact
- UNRWA had an effective aid distribution mechanism which is now absent in Gaza.
- Other organizations' aid efforts face challenges, worsening Gazans' access to humanitarian aid.