Over 1 Million in Gaza Urgently Need Winter Shelter
Over 1 million people in Gaza still lack adequate shelter amid harsh winter. UN agencies warn tents and tarps aren’t enough and urge Israel to keep NGOs on the ground.
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Over 1 million people in Gaza still lack adequate shelter amid harsh winter. UN agencies warn tents and tarps aren’t enough and urge Israel to keep NGOs on the ground.
Foreign ministers from 10 countries urged Israel to lift restrictions and boost humanitarian aid to Gaza after the October ceasefire, warning of a catastrophic situation despite recent improvements.
A severe storm in Gaza has killed at least two people and worsened living conditions for displaced families, while stalled ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas face fresh uncertainty.
Heavy winter storms are battering Gaza’s flimsy shelters, threatening newborns and displaced families. The UN and partners are scaling up winter kits, flood defenses, food aid, and education support.
Hamas declares Gaza a disaster zone, warning of a catastrophic humanitarian crisis threatening over 2.4 million people. Urges international community to act immediately as resources dwindle.
Israel orders further evacuations in Gaza, intensifying the humanitarian crisis. UN agencies report blocked aid efforts and stress the irreplaceable role of UNRWA in providing critical support.
The Middle East has been engulfed in turmoil throughout 2024, with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict intensifying after Israel’s ‘Iron Sword’ campaign. Peace feels distant under the shadow of ongoing violence.
UN agencies raise concerns as attacks in Gaza threaten essential services and hinder humanitarian aid efforts, putting countless lives at risk.
Families in Gaza are burning waste for fuel amidst severe shortages, as hostilities escalate and essential supplies dwindle. Nearly a million people face harsh conditions as winter approaches.
The U.S. has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, drawing global criticism. The resolution had overwhelming support but was blocked by the U.S.