‘Full-blown famine' happening in Gaza, says World Food Programme executive director

Northern Gaza is experiencing a serious famine that is rapidly spreading across the strip after months of war, according to the executive director of a global food organization. The warning comes as negotiators meet in Cairo to discuss a ceasefire in the deadly conflict in the Palestinian territory. The scale of the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe has been highlighted. The food organization is requesting a ceasefire and unrestricted access to Gaza as delivering aid has been incredibly challenging. Concerns are also growing about a potential Israeli military operation in southern Gaza. A final agreement between Israel and Hamas is expected to take more time to negotiate.