Main content

Israel to allow air drops of aid, as Gazans die of starvation

At least 5 more people have died of malnutrition in the last day, bringing the total to 127 since the war began

Israel says it will allow aid drops into Gaza by air, saying Jordan and the United Arab Emirates could facilitate. This comes as at least 5 people are reported to have died from malnutrition in the last day, bringing the total to 127 since the beginning of the war. Also on the programme, Iran is tackling a severe water crisis; and, one of Lebanon's most celebrated composers, Ziad Rahbani, has died.

(Photo: Palestinians wait to receive food from a charity kitchen, amid a hunger crisis, in Gaza City, July 26, 2025. REUTERS/Mahmoud Issa)

29 days left to listen

50 minutes

Last on

Yesterday 20:06GMT

Featured

  • .

Broadcast

  • Yesterday 20:06GMT

Podcast