U.N. Warns of Impending Famine in Gaza Amid Israeli Restrictions on Aid
As the humanitarian crisis deepens, the U.N. struggles to deliver vital supplies, facing systematic impediments from Israeli forces.
- U.N. officials report systematic Israeli impediments to aid distribution in Gaza, risking a famine by next month.
- UNRWA head accuses Israel of an insidious campaign to dismantle the agency, crucial for delivering aid during Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
- Israeli forces are blamed for the deaths of 178 UNRWA personnel since the war began, highlighting the dangers faced by humanitarian workers.
- International pressure mounts on Israel to allow unimpeded U.N. aid delivery, with the U.S. and other countries calling for action.
- U.N. agency UNRWA, targeted for dissolution by Israel, plays a critical role in supporting millions of Palestinians, especially in education and health.