Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled that the government failed to feed Palestinian security prisoners properly and ordered authorities to improve their nutrition. The decision was a rare case in which the country’s highest court ruled against the government’s conduct during the nearly two-year war. Since the war began, Israel has arrested thousands of people in Gaza that it suspects of links to Hamas. Thousands have also been released without charge, often after months of detention. Rights groups have documented widespread abuse in prisons and detention facilities, including insufficient food and health care.

Fueled by advances in sanitation, nutrition, and disease response, Africa is undergoing a longevity boom, with countries like Uganda set to quadruple their elderly population over the course of just 40 years. But as elders live longer, many face worsening poverty, isolation, and lack of care. Aid is shrinking, safety nets are thin, and the continent has had little time to prepare or investment to address the issues. Advocates warn the result is a growing crisis that could overwhelm families, communities, and fragile health systems. In countries known for their massive population of the young, some are sounding alarms that Africa's age boom must be urgently addressed to avert a human catastrophe.

Venezuelans are facing severe food insecurity amid a prolonged crisis. The Associated Press found that economic collapse, U.S. sanctions, and cuts to aid and subsidies have made necessities unaffordable for many across the South African country. In the state of Falcon, residents struggle daily to buy food. Experts say while famine isn't imminent, the situation poses long-term health risks. Families often cut protein, leading to poor nutrition. Soup kitchens have closed due to government restrictions on nongovernmental organizations. Aid from the World Food Program has been reduced, worsening the situation. Many Venezuelans now rely on corner stores for food, as grocery trips become rare.