Several countries airdrop aid into Gaza as famine concerns mount

Several countries have begun airdropping aid into Gaza as concerns about a possibly famine in the besieged strip mount. Israel has been accused of blocking the transit of aid through its border crossings, leading to severe shortages of food and other essential supplies for civilians in the enclave. The UN has said that 20% of Palestinians are suffering extreme food shortages. Mediated talks with Hamas have been taking place in Cairo to bring about a ceasefire and aid surge but have faced obstacles.