UN warns Israeli curbs choke Gaza aid operations
Aid agencies say Israeli registration hurdles threaten humanitarian access and could force dozens of groups to halt work
GAZA, Palestine (MNTV) — The United Nations and humanitarian organizations have warned that aid operations in the Palestinian territories, particularly Gaza, face the risk of collapse if Israeli blockades are not lifted.
In a joint statement, the UN and more than 200 local and international aid groups said dozens of international non-governmental organizations risk de-registration by December 31, a step that would require them to shut down operations within 60 days.
The statement described the registration process as vague, arbitrary, and highly politicized, warning that the removal of international aid groups would have severe consequences for access to essential services in Gaza.
Aid organizations said international groups operate or support most field hospitals, primary health care centers, emergency shelters, water and sanitation systems, nutrition programs for malnourished children, and mine action activities across the territory.
While some organizations have completed registration under a system introduced in March, aid groups said ongoing re-registration requirements and other restrictions have left large quantities of humanitarian supplies stranded outside Gaza.
These include food, medical supplies, hygiene items, and shelter materials that have not reached civilians in need.
Israel’s mission to the United Nations did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the statement.
Under the first phase of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, a ceasefire took effect on October 10, leading to the release of hostages and detainees and an increase in aid deliveries. However, despite the ceasefire, Israel has killed nearly 400 Palestinians since October 10.
However, UN and humanitarian agencies say aid flows remain far below agreed levels than what is required urgently.
The UN and aid groups said humanitarian operations cannot be replaced if international organizations are forced to withdraw, stressing that access to life-saving assistance must not be treated as conditional or political.
Have Your Say!
Have you been affected by the issues raised in this story? Please share your experiences by emailing haveyoursay@soundvision.com.
Please include a contact number if you are willing to speak to a Muslim Network TV’s representative. You can also get in touch in the following ways:
Tweet: @MuslimNetworkTV
We must take charge of our narrative. Research indicates that 92% of their Muslim coverage is negative. Help us change that.
