Tag: Gaza

Use of starvation as weapon war crime in Gaza: UN

GAZA: UN Human Rights Office in Palestine said Friday that Israel has a legal obligation to ensure the provision of the necessities of life for Palestinians in Gaza living under its control. “This includes food, clean water, shelter, and adequate healthcare. Any denial of the entry of the necessities of life for civilians may amount […]

UN officials slam Trump’s Gaza plan as unlawful

WASHINGTON, D.C.: United Nations officials have strongly criticised former US President Donald Trump’s alleged plan to seize control of Gaza and forcibly deport its population. They warn that such actions would be clear violations of international law and set a dangerous precedent for global conflicts. Over 20 UN human rights experts, including Francesca Albanese, Special […]

Oxfam: Humanitarian aid in Gaza falls short of basic needs

GAZA: The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deepen as Gaza humanitarian aid remains critically insufficient to meet even basic needs, Oxfam International has warned. According to WAFA News Agency, the aid entering the region barely addresses a fraction of the urgent requirements accumulated over the past 15 months. Hadeel Qazzaz, an Oxfam spokesperson, highlighted […]

226 archaeological sites in Gaza damaged amid conflict

GAZA: A total of 226 archaeological sites in Gaza have suffered damage due to Israeli military operations, according to a report by the Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The destruction has affected all historical locations across the region, raising concerns about the loss of cultural heritage. The ministry’s report outlines the impact of the […]

Gaza education system faces total collapse amid war crises

GAZA: More than 90 percent of Gaza’s schools have been either destroyed or severely damaged, making them unusable, according to Farida Shaheed, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on cultural rights. She revealed that repeated attacks targeted schools, even when they served as shelters for civilians. Speaking today, Shaheed described the destruction of Gaza’s education sector […]

UN leads urgent efforts for Gaza’s post-war reconstruction

GAZA: As international organisations prepare for a post-war recovery in Gaza, urgent assessments are underway to address the devastating humanitarian crisis caused by nearly 15 months of military operations. The focus is on Gaza rebuilding efforts, with aid plans and funding programmes being developed in anticipation of a ceasefire. One of the most critical challenges […]

World leaders applaud Gaza ceasefire agreement

A sigh of relief echoed globally as world leaders welcomed the recently announced Gaza ceasefire agreement. The truce, facilitated by international mediators, aims to end weeks of escalating violence, offering a momentary respite to civilians in the region. The agreement comes after intense negotiations, with both parties agreeing to halt hostilities. While the ceasefire offers […]

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