Israel has called the United Nations' declaration of famine in parts of Gaza an "outright lie," but multiple U.N. bodies, more than 100 humanitarian groups, and several of Israel's own allies have warned for months that the war and Israel's restrictions of food into Gaza are causing starvation among civilians.

The Carney government is endorsing a UN-backed finding that famine is occurring in Gaza, and is urging Israel to stop ramping up its campaign in the Palestinian territory and allow in more aid.

As the UN is declaring famine in Gaza City, Gazans tell The Media Line that Hamas is responsible for the lack of food. The UN is preparing a declaration of famine in Gaza City, holding Israel responsible for the humanitarian crisis under its revised criteria,