Gaza crisis: Israeli strikes escalate as aid trickles in
On Monday, Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip resulted in the deaths of 91 people, marking a significant escalation in efforts aimed at Hamas. The first humanitarian aid deliveries in three months have reached the region.
What do you need to know?
- Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip: On Monday, intensified Israeli actions against Hamas resulted in the deaths of 91 people.
- Humanitarian aid: For the first time since March, aid shipments have reached the Gaza Strip, although only on a limited scale.
- International reactions: Leaders of France, the United Kingdom, and Canada have urged Israel to halt its offensive and ensure full access to aid.
What are the effects of Israeli attacks?
On Monday, Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip resulted in 91 fatalities, as confirmed by AFP, referencing local civil defence sources. Israel has intensified its operations to dismantle Hamas and free hostages. Since the conflict began, over 53,400 Palestinians have been killed.
has humanitarian aid reached the Gaza Strip?
Following a blockade since March, Israel has agreed to resume the delivery of humanitarian aid. On Monday, the first shipments entered the Gaza Strip, but only in limited quantities. Aid organisations, including the UN, have criticised the new distribution system, arguing it will not adequately meet the needs of the residents.
What are the international reactions to the situation in the Gaza Strip?
French President Emmanuel Macron, along with the Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom and Canada, Keir Starmer and Mike Carney, have called on Israel to halt its offensive and fully unblock aid.
