The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in immense suffering for the Palestinian civilians living there. As estimated by the UN coordinator for Gaza, Sigrid Kaag, approximately 80% of the inhabitants of Gaza, totaling around 1.9 million people, have been displaced. Kaag expressed deep concern over reports of new evacuation orders from Khan Yunis during an address to the Security Council.
The Israeli military order requiring civilians to leave Al-Qarara, Bani Suhaila, and other areas near Khan Yunis has impacted up to 250,000 people, which is the second-largest city in Gaza with 2.4 million residents. This creates a serious humanitarian crisis and widespread human misery for those affected by this conflict.
Kaag emphasized that Palestinian civilians in Gaza are facing immense suffering and their lives are completely disrupted due to the ongoing conflict. She highlighted the urgent need for more aid to reach Gaza and called for the reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt to prevent a humanitarian disaster. Kaag noted that the volume of aid entering Gaza has significantly decreased since the start of the Israeli operation in Rafah.
The spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also commented on the evacuation order, warning that requiring the evacuation of such a large area in Khan Yunis and Rafah governorates will only exacerbate the suffering of civilians. The spokesman stressed that a more humanitarian approach is needed to address this crisis in Gaza.
Efforts are being made by various organizations to provide relief and support to those affected by this conflict but millions continue to face uncertainty and hardships as they remain caught in its crossfire.
The situation remains dire as millions of Palestinians living in Gaza continue to face uncertainty and hardships due to their displacement caused by Israel’s military operations against Hamas militants.
Amidst these challenges, efforts continue worldwide to provide relief and support for those affected by this conflict. However, much more needs to be done as millions continue to face uncertainty and hardships due to their displacement caused by Israel’s military operations against Hamas militants.