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STANDARD HUMANITARIAN UNVERIFIED

Israel blocks flour shipments causing bakery closures and food insecurity in Gaza

Oct 23, 2026 04:23 AM CT Gaza Strip, Palestine gaza,food-security,blockade,humanitarian-crisis,israel

Summary

Israeli restrictions on flour imports have forced bakeries in Gaza to shut down, exacerbating food shortages. Authorities warn of imminent famine and worsening humanitarian conditions as supply chains are disrupted.

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Gaza bakeries forced to shut as Israel blocks flour shipments Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 10/23/2026 - 09:21 Palestinians queue for bread as shortages deepen, with authorities warning of imminent famine and worsening food insecurity A man carries a bag of bread through a crowd at a bakery in A...

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Blocked flour shipments into Gaza, leading to bakery closures and food shortages.

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