UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for immediate action to avert famine in Gaza Strip.

A U.N.-backed report indicates famine could hit northern Gaza soon, potentially spreading throughout the enclave by July.

Nearly everyone in Gaza faces food scarcity, with over 670,000 at risk of catastrophic hunger.

International appeals for a permanent cease-fire, release of hostages, civilian casualty accountability, and greater humanitarian access.

Israeli military activities, including a raid on Al-Shifa Hospital, raise concerns about security and humanitarian conditions.

U.S. President Biden discusses the crisis with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu; Israeli negotiators are in Qatar for cease-fire and hostage release talks.

Urgent measures are needed to prevent famine and facilitate a cease-fire, with Israel under pressure to allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza.