Gaza situation dire, UN says, as Israeli military admits security failures - BBC News

The situation in Gaza is "dire", with food and water running out during an Israeli siege, according to the UN's World Food Programme.

The Palestinian enclave is relying on generators after its only power station ran out of fuel, but Israel says its blockade will not end until Israeli hostages are released.

At least 150 hostages were taken into Gaza during Hamas's deadly attacks at the weekend that killed 1,300 people.

The Israeli defence chief has admitted failures in the military's duty to uphold security and protect Israeli citizens.