https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-food-program-cuts-aid-to-500-000-palestinians-in-gaza-citing-funding-shortagesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-food-program-cuts-aid-to-500-000-palestinians-in-gaza-citing-funding-shortageshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-food-program-cuts-aid-to-500-000-palestinians-in-gaza-citing-funding-shortages#u150430Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:57:09 +0000The World Food Programme has cut aid to 500,000 Palestinians in Gaza due to funding shortages. This reduction will leave 1.1 million people in need of assistance, a decrease from 1.6 million previously helped. The cuts come as winter approaches and food security remains fragile.Why it mattersGaza faces a severe food insecurity crisis, with about 1.4 million people, or two-thirds of Gaza's population, facing crisis levels of food insecurity or worse. The reduction in aid may exacerbate the situation, leading to increased hunger and malnutrition.What is confirmedThe World Food Programme cut