'Situation is dire' - BBC returns to Gaza baby left hungry by Israeli blockade2 days ago Share Save Fergal Keane Special correspondent Share SaveWarning: Upsetting contentThere is no excitement as the camera passes. Baby Siwar needs a special milk formula because of an allergic reactionSiwar has since been discharged and is now at home, my colleague has heard. The baby cannot absorb regular milk formula because of a severe allergic reaction. On 22 May, Israeli military body Cogat said there was no food shortage in Gaza. It said "significant quantities of baby food and flour for bakeries" had been brought into the enclave in recent days.