Malnutrition has reached alarming levels in Gaza, aid officials say, with hunger now reportedly affecting civilians as well as journalists, doctors, and other personnel on the ground.

Scores of aid groups say the humanitarian situation in Gaza is worse than ever and that starvation is spreading, with Israel blaming the situation on Hamas.

Distressing video shows the dire effects of the starvation crisis gripping Gaza. Humanitarian aid organizations blame Israeli policies for the crisis and urge Israel to end its blockade of the enclave.