UNRWA Warns Gaza Suffers Despite Ceasefire as Israel Blocks Aid
Key Takeaways
- UNRWA reports Gaza suffering persists despite the ceasefire.
- Civilians in Gaza face ongoing water and food shortages.
- Ceasefire described as symbolic by UNRWA Commissioner-General.
UNRWA Reports Ongoing Suffering
Lazzarini warned that Gaza's suffering continues despite the ceasefire.
“The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said on Monday, March 16, that the sandstorms that struck the Gaza Strip are worsening the suffering of Palestinian families living in overcrowded shelters and tents, as the aggression of the Zionist occupation and its violations of the ceasefire agreement continue”
UNRWA remains the only agency capable of providing comprehensive services.
He warned that targeting UNRWA could set a dangerous precedent.
UNRWA Faces Funding Crisis
UNRWA faces a sharp funding crisis.
Its mandate was renewed for three years.
Repeated attacks on its facilities raise operational concerns.
Israel Blocks Aid Despite Ceasefire
Israel is renewing its embargo on humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza.
The embargo comes after more than two years of suffering.
The vast majority of aid remains blocked.
90% of Gaza Schools Damaged
About 90% of Gaza's schools have been damaged or destroyed.
Many UNRWA schools have been turned into shelter centers.
The war continues indirectly through persistent suffering.
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