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The statistics and anecdotes illustrate a harrowing reality: a humanitarian catastrophe exacerbated by denial of essential aid and information suppression by military authorities. The dire situation means that preventable deaths are increasing, driven by hunger and malnutrition-related illnesses.
In Rakine, a recent survey determined that over 60% of children were found to be severely malnourished, presenting with stunted growth at alarming levels. The intertwining issues of rising food insecurity and restricted humanitarian aid have resulted in tragic outcomes: “There are people dying from things like diarrhea and other preventable causes,” advocates say. The current crisis demands urgent attention, as the humanitarian needs continue to escalate.