– Starvation crisis in Tigray
– Children foraging for food in Tigray.
By Trend News Line 2024-02-24 03:34:50.
400 People Feared dead from Starvation in Tigray Region
Reports from the war-torn region of Tigray in Ethiopia suggest that around 400 individuals have tragically succumbed to starvation in the past six months. The situation has been described as dire, with thousands of children dropping out of school to search for wild berries and leaves in a desperate attempt to feed their families.
Despite these harrowing accounts, the Ethiopian government has adamantly denied that anyone has died from hunger in the region. This denial has raised concerns among humanitarian organizations, including USAID, who are working tirelessly to provide aid and support to the vulnerable population in Tigray.
The exact cause of death for the 400 individuals is still unknown at the time of this reporting. The lack of access to the region, compounded by ongoing conflict and restrictions on humanitarian assistance, has made it challenging to gather accurate information about the extent of the crisis.
The international community has called for immediate action to address the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Tigray. With food insecurity and malnutrition on the rise, urgent intervention is needed to prevent further loss of life and alleviate the suffering of those affected by the conflict.
As the situation continues to deteriorate in Tigray, it is crucial for global leaders and humanitarian organizations to work together to ensure that aid reaches those in need. The people of Tigray are counting on the world to come to their aid and provide the support necessary to prevent further tragedy in the region.
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Source : @gueshy_t
About 400 people are thought to have starved to death in the past six months in #Tigray
Thousands of children have dropped out from school&search for wild berries&leaves to feed their families
gov’t denies anyone has died from hunger@USAID @gueshy_t https://t.co/oHMFjq6MKj— ኣደይ ናፍቆተይ (@gueshy_t) February 24, 2024
– Starvation crisis in Tigray
– Children dropping out of school for food.