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The article discusses the dire circumstances faced by the population of Gaza as a result of Israel's offensive. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification reports that nearly the entire population is experiencing high levels of food insecurity, with 96% classified as being in a hunger crisis. The destruction of food production and distribution infrastructure has led to widespread malnutrition and starvation, with the World Health Organization reporting cases of malnutrition and various illnesses exacerbated by malnutrition. The article also explores the potential long-term consequences of hunger and trauma on future generations, drawing on historical famines and research on epigenetics. The author emphasizes the need for further investigation into the impacts of current conditions and highlights the potential for reversibility of some epigenetic changes. [Extracted from the article] |