November 22nd 2023.
The head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in Palestine, Philippe Lazzarini, has sounded the alarm on the dire state of affairs in Gaza. He warned of 'imminent' outbreaks of waterborne diseases, and an increase of skin diseases among the population due to the unsanitary conditions. The situation has been further compounded by the shutdown of the water system, which has left most of the Palestinians drinking contaminated water.
The UN’s World Food Program has also reported that dehydration and malnutrition are growing. The UN was forced to stop deliveries of food and other necessities to Gaza late last week, raising fears of widespread starvation.
Speaking to the press, Lazzarini expressed his admiration for the UN staff working in Gaza, despite the terror endured by them and the people living in the enclave. He reassured them that UNRWA will stay and scale up their presence and activities.
The Israel-Gaza conflict has been gripping the world for weeks. The devastation caused by the airstrikes and ground invasion has led to the death of more than 11,000 Palestinians, most of whom have been identified as women and minors. With no differentiation between civilians and militants, the outlook for the people of Gaza remains grim.
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