The United Nations has been forced to evacuate its humanitarian aid hub in the Gaza Strip for the second time since the start of the war, following new Israeli evacuation orders. Despite the challenges, UN aid operations in Gaza continue, with officials stating that conditions are extremely difficult for aid delivery. The evacuation order affected 19 neighborhoods and various UN facilities, including warehouses, health facilities, and emergency shelters for displaced people.
UN safety and security chief Gilles Michaud expressed concerns over the timing of the evacuation, as a polio vaccination campaign is set to begin, requiring a large number of UN staff to enter Gaza. Despite the challenges, the UN remains committed to staying in Gaza to continue humanitarian aid delivery.
Humanitarian organizations, including the International Rescue Committee, have called for the protection of civilians and the facilitation of humanitarian access in Gaza. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, with both Israelis and Palestinians suffering the consequences of the violence.
Efforts to resume aid operations and ensure the safety and well-being of civilians in Gaza are ongoing, despite the challenges posed by the conflict. The UN and other humanitarian organizations are working to navigate the complex situation in Gaza to provide much-needed relief to those affected by the conflict.
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