Palestine
UN relief chief urges cessation of civilian suffering in Gaza
June 9, 2024
UN relief chief urges cessation of civilian suffering in Gaza
The UN relief chief has voiced grave concern over the devastating impact of recent Israeli airstrikes on the Nuseirat refugee camp and other areas in central Gaza. According to UN Humanitarian Coordinator Martin Griffiths, the Israeli military operation has left…
Crippled Economy, Devastating Public Health Crisis Grips Gaza Amid Ongoing Israeli Conflict
June 8, 2024
Crippled Economy, Devastating Public Health Crisis Grips Gaza Amid Ongoing Israeli Conflict
The Israel-Hamas war has caused horrific human loss, sufferings and irreversible economic damage in the Gaza Strip since its inception on October 7 last year. The ongoing Israeli onslaught on Gaza has created a dire public health crisis in the…
Over 1 million in Gaza at risk of highest level of starvation by mid-July, UN agency says
June 6, 2024
Over 1 million in Gaza at risk of highest level of starvation by mid-July, UN agency says
United Nations agencies have issued a dire warning that over 1 million Palestinians in Gaza could experience the highest level of starvation by mid-July if the ongoing hostilities are not resolved, the Associated Press reported yesterday. In a joint report,…
Thousands of Palestinian Refugees Flee UNRWA Shelters in Rafah amid Israel’s Defiant Onslaught
June 3, 2024
Thousands of Palestinian Refugees Flee UNRWA Shelters in Rafah amid Israel’s Defiant Onslaught
Forced displacement has pushed over a million people away from the Gazan city of Rafah, the United Nations Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) said on Monday, as Israeli forces continue their military operations despite international demand for a ceasefire. More details…
Ongoing Israeli Incursion Displaces Nearly 1 Million Palestinians from Rafah
May 29, 2024
Ongoing Israeli Incursion Displaces Nearly 1 Million Palestinians from Rafah
The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) reported on Monday that in the past three weeks, nearly 1 million Palestinians have fled the city of Rafah in southern Gaza, as a result of the ongoing Israeli military operation in…
International Recognition of Palestine Grows Amid Pro-Palestine Protests, Ongoing Conflict
May 25, 2024
International Recognition of Palestine Grows Amid Pro-Palestine Protests, Ongoing Conflict
The political situation in Gaza has entered a new stage after tensions between Europe and Israel grew following the announcement of Ireland, Spain and Norway to formally recognize a Palestinian state within a few days. This comes as most of…
UN Suspends All Food Distribution in Rafah Amid Horrific Health, Sanitation Situation
May 23, 2024
UN Suspends All Food Distribution in Rafah Amid Horrific Health, Sanitation Situation
The United Nations has halted food distribution in the southern Gaza city of Rafah due to a lack of supplies and an untenable security situation caused by Israel’s expanding military operation, the Associated Press reported yesterday. The UN warned that…
UN Warns of Deteriorating Security Situation in Rafah Amid Israeli Offensive
May 21, 2024
UN Warns of Deteriorating Security Situation in Rafah Amid Israeli Offensive
The UN has issued grave warnings on Monday about the worsening security conditions in Gaza, particularly in the city of Rafah, amid Israel’s ongoing military operations, Anadolu Agency reported today. Tor Wennesland, the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East…
Death Toll of Journalists Killed in Gaza Rises to 148
May 19, 2024
Death Toll of Journalists Killed in Gaza Rises to 148
The death toll of journalists killed by the Israeli army in the Gaza Strip has risen to a staggering 148, the latest victim being Abdullah al-Najjar, Anadolu Agency reported today. The bombardments have also claimed dozens of civilian lives, with…
UN Agency Reports Mass Displacement in Rafah Amid Ongoing Israeli Offensive
May 18, 2024
UN Agency Reports Mass Displacement in Rafah Amid Ongoing Israeli Offensive
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has announced a staggering increase in the number of displaced Gazans due to the ongoing Israeli military actions in the region, Anadolu Agency reported yesterday. According to a statement…