Aid workers are being forced to work in unsafe conditions, as insecurity and restrictions by Israeli forces prevent them from reaching those in need, said Stephanie Tremblay, Deputy Spokeswoman for the Coalition. The United Nations, speaking to journalists at a regular news conference in New York, cited reports from the United Nations relief operation. coordination office, OCHA.
“Palestinians there were left completely unprotected as the bombardment continuedShe said, recalling that the entire population of northern Gaza “is at risk of death from disease, famine and violence.”
That thing The alarm went off last week by top United Nations officials and heads of global humanitarian organizations.
According to initial estimates by UN partner agencies on the ground, approximately 14,000 displaced Palestinians in the area are staying in shelters and other locations, including three collective centers operated by Operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), another collective center and six temporary locations.
Medical evacuation
Despite the ongoing hostility, the World Health Organization (WHO) carried out the largest medical evacuation in more than a year, moving 90 critically ill patients, including 38 childrento safety in the UAE and Romania.
Before the evacuation, WHO transferred 16 patients and 20 caregivers from northern Gaza to the Nasser Medical Complex in the south, Ms. Tremblay said, reiterating WHO’s call for a corridor to be established. Safe for patient evacuation.
Meanwhile, about 40 United Nations aid trucks were coordinated by the reproductive health agency, UNFPAcarrying essential medical and hygiene supplies, remained stuck at border points in Egypt and Jordan, waiting for customs clearance to enter Gaza.
Only 16 UNFPA trucks have made it through since early October. Last week, the agency attempted to distribute some 6,300 beauty, hygiene and postpartum care kits in Deir al Balah.
In Gaza City, UNFPA delivered three inter-agency reproductive health kits to Sahaba and Al Helou hospitals, along with 765 dignity kits to other partners.
Bombings have destroyed infrastructure in southern Lebanon, making roads impassable.
Situation in Lebanon
In the wider region, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah over the Blue Line in southern Lebanon continues to take a heavy toll on civilians.
“The IDF continued its airstrikes across Lebanon, including in the south, Saida, Bekaa, Mount Lebanon and in Beirut, resulting in many casualties. Hezbollah launched a number of drones and missiles into Israel,” Ms. Tremblay said.
She added that the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIT) also reported on continued Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) offensives in southern Lebanon, involving clashes with Hezbollah.
“The growing impact on civilians is of grave concern and we condemn the loss of civilian lives. All participants must comply with international law and protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.”
Amid the conflict, United Nations agencies continue to support the humanitarian response in Lebanon, with a convoy delivering essential aid, including food, water and winter kits, to more than 4,000 people in nine collective shelters in the town of Deir Al Ahmar in Baalbeck-Hermel province. in the northwest.
About 30,000 displaced people are taking shelter in the Government. Many of them have been forced to relocate multiple times this week amid relentless air strikes, while collective shelters have been overwhelmed, with 85% of them operating at maximum capacity. Multi.
‘Green helmets’ are at risk
Earlier in the day, UNIFIL reported that one of the convoys carrying new peacekeepers to southern Lebanon was passing through Saida when a drone attack occurred nearby.
Five peacekeepers suffered minor injuries in the incident and was treated on the spot by the Lebanese Red Cross. The Lebanese army also confirmed that three of its soldiers at a nearby checkpoint were injured.
“The United Nations once again strongly reminds all participating parties to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and peacekeeping forces,” Ms. Tremblay said.
“The United Nations calls on all sides to end the violence immediately. The United Nations continues to support efforts towards a ceasefire and a diplomatic solution.”
