UN scales up humanitarian response in Gaza as ceasefire offers respite
January 23, 2025
Gaza City, Palestine – The United Nations has announced a major scale-up of its humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas offers a much-needed respite from weeks of violence.
The ceasefire, which came into effect on Sunday, has brought an end to the worst flare-up of violence in the region since 2014. According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, at least 212 Palestinians were killed and 1,400 injured during the 11-day conflict. On the Israeli side, 13 people were killed, including two children.
The fighting has also caused widespread damage to infrastructure and homes in Gaza, with many people still without access to basic services such as water, electricity, and healthcare.
In response to the urgent humanitarian needs, the UN has launched a $375 million appeal to provide essential assistance to the people of Gaza. The funds will be used to provide food, water, shelter, healthcare, and other life-saving services.
“The people of Gaza have endured unimaginable suffering over the past few weeks,” said UN Humanitarian Coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Lynn Hastings. “This ceasefire provides a much-needed opportunity to deliver life-saving assistance and begin the process of rebuilding.”
The UN is working closely with its partners on the ground, including the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and other international organizations, to deliver aid to those in need.
The ceasefire is a welcome respite, but it is important to remember that the underlying issues that led to the conflict have not been resolved. The UN calls on both Israel and Hamas to engage in meaningful dialogue to find a lasting solution to the conflict.
Here are some ways you can help:
- Donate to the UN’s appeal for Gaza
- Contact your elected officials and urge them to support peace efforts in the Middle East
- Spread the word about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza on social media
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