# Severe hunger grips Gaza as bakeries shut down

Bakeries in Gaza are closing amid severe food shortages, leaving people increasingly hungry. The closures deepen a humanitarian crisis for civilians who rely on bread and aid supplies.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/24/severe-hunger-stalks-people-in-gaza-as-bakeries-close-down?traffic_source=rss) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:52:55 +0000