Overview

• The UNRWA Commissioner-General, Philippe Lazzarini, warns that Gaza's humanitarian situation is rapidly worsening after 10 days of Israel's total blockade on food, medicine, and fuel.
• Israel has cut off aid to pressure Hamas in ceasefire negotiations and recently halted electricity, further depriving Gazans of clean water access.
• UNRWA, barred from Israeli territory since January, remains the main provider of essential services in Gaza, including food, healthcare, and education for Palestinian refugees.
• Israel is urging other UN agencies and NGOs, such as the World Food Programme, to assume UNRWA's responsibilities, citing alleged ties between UNRWA and Hamas.
• The financial situation of UNRWA is critical, raising concerns about a potential collapse that could destabilize Gaza and neighboring regions.