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A four-month-old Palestinian baby, Yousef al-Najjar, has died in Gaza due to extreme malnutrition amid a prolonged Israeli blockade that has lasted for two months. Reports indicate that the infant weighed just 1.5 kg, less than a quarter of the normal weight for his age. Since March 2, Israel has imposed a total blockade that prevents the entry of food and basic supplies into the region, resulting in 64 days of restrictions.
UNICEF has warned that over 9,000 children have received treatment for acute malnutrition this year, with many hundreds more requiring urgent assistance but unable to access it due to insecurity and displacement. UN organizations and various NGOs have rejected the aid plan proposed by Israel, arguing that it excludes the most vulnerable areas and violates fundamental humanitarian principles.
In a related development in international judicial matters, the International Court of Justice has declared itself incompetent to evaluate the complaint filed by Sudan against the United Arab Emirates. Sudan accuses the UAE of violating the genocide convention by arming and financing the Rapid Support Forces in the context of its civil war. The court determined that the reservation made by the UAE in 2005 regarding the convention prevents its automatic jurisdiction, meaning it cannot impose the measures requested by Sudan to protect the claimed rights.
Meanwhile, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged India and Pakistan to avoid a military escalation following a recent attack in Kashmir that left 26 dead. India has accused Pakistan of being behind the attack, while Islamabad denies this. Guterres emphasized the importance of maintaining moderation and moving away from confrontation, reiterating that a military solution is not viable.
Finally, the UN Agency for Reproductive Health, UNFPA, has warned of severe budget cuts that are affecting its ability to support thousands of midwives in crisis areas. By 2025, they will only be able to fund 47% of the planned staff in eight affected countries. In Afghanistan, the lack of support could result in 409 midwives no longer receiving assistance, thereby limiting half a million women’s access to specialized care. UNFPA Executive Director Natalia Kanem has stressed the importance of midwives, highlighting their vital role in crisis situations.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
