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European Commission demands Israel allow full humanitarian access to Gaza
The European Commission has called on Israel to permit “total access” for humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Spokesperson Eva Hrncirova stated that current restrictions and closed border crossings are hindering the delivery of essential supplies, particularly as recent flooding has worsened conditions for displaced populations.
According to the Commission, approximately 60 percent of Gaza's population requires shelter and non-food items. The EU, identified as the largest humanitarian donor to the Palestinian people, has allocated nearly 700 million euros in aid since October 2023 and has organized approximately 90 humanitarian airlifts to transport medical supplies, food, and sanitation equipment.
Local reports from Gaza's Ministry of Social Development indicate that 18,860 displaced families across 339 camps were impacted by storms hitting the territory on Friday. These floods increase the risk of disease and pest outbreaks among families living in precarious conditions.
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Bruno Rodríguez · European Commission · Eva Hrncirova · Gaza Strip · Israel
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The EU has provided nearly 700 million in humanitarian aid to Palestinians since October 2023. www.elperiodicoextremadura.com · www.noticiasdenavarra.com · www.lacronicabadajoz.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Israeli army maintains occupation of 65 percent of the Gaza Strip. www.radiobayamo.icrt.cu
- [● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 60 percent of the population in Gaza needs shelter and non-food assistance. www.elperiodicoextremadura.com · www.noticiasdenavarra.com · www.lacronicabadajoz.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The European Commission requested Israel allow total, rapid, and safe access for humanitarian aid to Gaza. www.elperiodicoextremadura.com · www.noticiasdenavarra.com · www.lacronicabadajoz.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] More than 80 percent of structures in Gaza have been affected by attacks. www.radiobayamo.icrt.cu
- [● 3 SOURCES] 18,860 displaced Gazan families in 339 camps were impacted by storms on Friday. www.elperiodicoextremadura.com · www.noticiasdenavarra.com · www.lacronicabadajoz.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez denounced Israeli obstacles to humanitarian aid in Gaza. www.radiobayamo.icrt.cu
- [● 3 SOURCES] The EU has organized nearly 90 humanitarian airlifts to Gaza. www.elperiodicoextremadura.com · www.noticiasdenavarra.com · www.lacronicabadajoz.com