A widely circulated image of an emaciated Palestinian child has been used by various media outlets and activists to accuse Israel of causing starvation in Gaza. However, Israeli authorities and fact-checkers have revealed that the child, Osama al-Rakab, suffers from a severe genetic illness unrelated to the conflict and has been receiving medical treatment in Italy since June 12, with Israel's assistance. The controversy highlights how powerful images can be misused to fuel propaganda and shape international opinion, often without full context. Critics argue that such misrepresentation undermines the credibility of humanitarian reporting and distracts from genuine suffering. The incident has reignited debates over media responsibility, the spread of misinformation, and the complexities of the Gaza humanitarian crisis.
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