Tánaiste says hunger caused by conflicts is being exacerbated by denial of humanitarian aid by warring parties
The main conceptual idea of the article is that the ongoing conflicts in Sudan and Gaza are causing a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, driven by deliberate obstructions of aid and amounting to famine. Micheál Martin, the Tánaiste (Irish Deputy Prime Minister), is calling for immediate ceasefires in both regions to alleviate the suffering and allow unimpeded humanitarian access. The article highlights the severity of the situation, citing famine declarations in Sudan and near-famine conditions in Gaza, emphasizing that these are "man-made catastrophes" stemming from conflict and hindering aid efforts.