The United Nations and experts say that Palestinians in Gaza are at risk of famine, with reports of increasing numbers of people dying from causes related to malnutrition.

"The humanitarian catastrophe that we are witnessing in Gaza must end now," a joint statement from the three countries reads.

The Kingdom of Jordan will airdrop humanitarian aid into Gaza as Palestinians face widespread starvation and diplomatic talks over a ceasefire breakdown.

CNN’s Nic Robertson is on the scene at the Kerem Shalom border crossing with assistance trucks as aid agencies warn of rampant hunger caused by Israel’s blockade of Gaza. While trucks do move across the border,

The UN agency for Palestinians says it has thousands of truckloads of supplies near Gaza which it wants to deliver.