Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 8/29/25: US-Funded Monitor: Famine Is Taking Place in Gaza, E3 Triggers Iran 'Snapback' Sanctions, and More
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Aug 29, 2025 A U.S.-funded report reveals famine conditions in Gaza, shedding light on the dire humanitarian crisis exacerbated by military actions. Political leaders face criticism for their comments on Israel's strategies, including calls for annexation. The podcast delves into the Trump administration's approval of an $825 million arms deal for Ukraine, showcasing shifting military support amid rising tensions with Russia. Additionally, personal accounts from journalists highlight the human toll of conflict as American diplomacy continues to grapple with complex global dynamics.
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U.S.-Funded Monitor Confirms Gaza Famine
- A U.S.-funded hunger monitor, FEWS NET, concurs with the IPC that famine is taking place in Gaza and blames siege and blockade measures.
- The report warns Israel's planned operations and forced displacement will worsen conditions and likely expand famine.
Multiple Data Sources Show Underestimated Mortality
- FEWS NET cites Israel's own data showing no food entered northern Gaza from March to May and lists indirect evidence that mortality is undercounted.
- The famine determination leaned on household surveys and child malnutrition measures beyond facility mortality statistics.
Photo Of A Boy Illustrates Human Cost
- Dave DeCamp describes a photo of a boy in Gaza City trying to get food to humanize the famine's impact.
- He emphasizes the suffering parents and children face under siege and bombardment.
