The United Nations reports that 86 percent of the besieged Gaza Strip is under Israeli evacuation orders, leading to the displacement of thousands of Palestinians. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, confirms the high number of evacuation orders issued by the Israeli military. The mass displacements have become a distressing norm for the population in Gaza, with many seeking refuge in overcrowded cities and schools-turned-shelters being targeted.
The Israeli air and ground offensive continues to cause casualties, with 33 Palestinians killed on Monday alone and over 39,000 deaths since October. Gaza’s health emergency has worsened, with the Ministry of Health declaring it a “polio endemic area,” posing a threat to residents and neighboring countries. The World Health Organization has detected the polio virus in sewage samples, highlighting the risks of contamination in the densely populated region.
As the humanitarian crisis deepens, efforts are being made to provide aid and prevent the spread of diseases. The WHO is sending over a million polio vaccines to Gaza, while Israel’s military vows to vaccinate soldiers in the area. Meanwhile, efforts to reach a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages in Gaza have stalled, with Hamas accusing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of adding new conditions to a truce proposal.
The situation in Gaza remains dire, with ongoing violence, displacement, and public health concerns raising alarm among international observers. As the conflict continues, urgent action is needed to protect civilians and address the escalating humanitarian crisis in the region.
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