Gaza (Quds News Network)- For the 12th consecutive day, Israeli forces have maintained a relentless siege on Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, cutting off access to food, water, and essential supplies. As thirst is growing in the refugee camp , reports have emerged that Israeli troops have placed water barrels in the refugee camp, not filled with water, but packed with explosives. These devices detonate upon approach, causing devastating explosions that destroy entire blocks within the camp, according to several journalists on the ground.
The situation in Jabalia has become increasingly dire as Israeli forces continue their assault. In addition to the explosive traps, Israeli soldiers have been systematically demolishing homes using remote-controlled explosive robots. The Gaza Government Media Office reported that Israeli forces have deliberately targeted civilians, preventing medical and rescue teams from retrieving the bodies of more than 75 victims. In the past eight days alone, over 285 residents of Jabalia have been killed in the bombardment.
The siege has led to widespread starvation and a growing humanitarian crisis. With no access to food or water, residents are facing severe malnutrition, compounded by ongoing airstrikes and ground attacks. Despite the dire conditions, Israeli forces continue to prevent the delivery of aid or medical assistance to the area.
Starvation as a Weapon
The situation in northern Gaza is part of a broader Israeli strategy known as the “Generals’ Plan,” a starvation and extermination campaign proposed by retired Israeli Major General Giora Eiland. This plan, now being implemented, aims to starve out hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in northern Gaza and forcibly evacuate them from their homes. According to the Gaza Government Media Office, this is part of a larger effort to cleanse the area of any opposition to Israeli occupation.
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In a recent statement, the Gaza Government Media Office stated that the Israeli army is misleading the international community by falsely claiming to have delivered food aid to northern Gaza. Israeli claimed that 30 trucks carrying flour and other supplies entered the region under the direction of the World Food Programme. However, Gaza officials dismissed these claims as propaganda, asserting that Israel has maintained a complete blockade on Gaza for 170 days, preventing any meaningful humanitarian assistance from reaching civilians in need.
