A Palestinian boy died on Saturday morning as a result of malnutrition and hunger amid the ongoing crisis in the Gaza Strip.

According to Sanad News Agency, medical sources at Al-Shifa Hospital  announced the death of 17-year-old Atef Abu Khater due to acute malnutrition and famine.

On Friday, The Gaza Ministry of Health recorded 3 deaths, including 2 children, due to famine and malnutrition.

The ministry confirmed that the total number of famine victims has risen to 162 martyrs, including 92 children.

It also confirmed that the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip continues to worsen amid the ongoing blockade and severe shortages of food and medical supplies.