The daily newspaper, Liberation, encounters backlash on social platforms.
The French daily newspaper, Liberation, has come under fire for publishing a cartoon seemingly ridiculing the people of Gaza during the sacred month of Ramadan. The artwork, titled “Ramadan in Gaza – The Start of a Fasting Month,” was created by French cartoonist Corinne Rey.
This illustration has faced significant backlash on social media platforms, as it appears to mock the victims of Israel’s operations, which many consider to be acts of genocide.
The illustration features a devastated cityscape, where a protruding hand symbolizes hope amidst the ruins. Additionally, a woman with a frail child sits on the street, stopping a man from catching two mice, saying “not until sunset.” This artwork highlights the harsh reality faced by the people in the depicted situation.
The cartoon sparked outrage among social media users, as it was perceived to be an affront to the Gazan people, portraying them as deprived of life’s essentials.
Is there a food shortage in Gaza?
To declare a famine, at least 20% of the population must be experiencing severe food scarcity, with one out of every three children being severely malnourished. Additionally, two individuals from every 10,000 face daily deaths due to starvation or diseases linked to malnutrition. In late December, the IPC reported that the situation in Gaza surpassed the 20% threshold.
The statement mentioned that the two remaining thresholds – the quantity of children suffering from severe malnutrition and the number of individuals perishing daily due to starvation or malnutrition-related illnesses – “may potentially be surpassed” in the forthcoming months.
The prediction highlights the possibility of a famine occurring within the timeframe of May 2024, provided the current circumstances remain unchanged or deteriorate further.
In February, the United Nations reported that over 25% of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents were anticipated to be experiencing severe deprivation and the brink of starvation. The organization warned that if no measures were taken, widespread famine could become nearly unavoidable.
