Israel Confirms Humanitarian Pause Amid Continued Violence in Gaza
Israel has announced a “tactical pause” in military operations in certain non-combatant zones in Gaza, although the specifics of suspended activities remain unclear, reports 24brussels.
Pressure on Israel to expand humanitarian access has intensified since it resumed airstrikes and ground offensives earlier this year. Aid agencies have accused Israeli forces of obstructing humanitarian convoys, resulting in severe hardship for Gazans, who are largely reliant on distribution points in Israel-controlled areas managed by the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
Health officials in Gaza report a stark humanitarian crisis where at least 127 individuals, including 85 children, have succumbed to malnutrition since the conflict escalated in 2023. Reports indicate that escalating violence continues, with 38 Palestinians reportedly killed by Israeli forces on Sunday morning, despite the claimed pause in military activities.
In response to ongoing humanitarian concerns, Israel initiated airdrops over Gaza on Sunday, aimed at providing relief to the starving population. However, these efforts are met with skepticism as violence persists.
As tensions escalate, international leaders have increasingly criticized Israeli strategies and distanced themselves from the military campaign in Gaza, indicating a shifting stance towards the crisis. Aid organizations are urging greater action to alleviate the suffering suffered by civilians caught in the conflict.
