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Under the shadow of the Iran war, Israel finds another way to punish Gaza

Under the shadow of the Iran war, Israel finds another way to punish Gaza

Summary

Israel and the U.S. attacked Iran, leading to panic in Gaza as people feared border closures would cause food shortages. Israel ordered several international aid organizations to stop operations, but a court ruling temporarily let them continue. However, these groups still face obstacles, such as blocked supplies, which limit their ability to help people in Gaza.

Key Facts

  • Israel and the U.S. launched attacks on Iran affecting Palestinian reactions in Gaza.
  • Border crossings in Gaza were closed, leading to panic buying and price increases for basic goods.
  • Israel ordered 37 NGOs to stop operating due to registration issues, but a court ruling allowed them to stay for now.
  • Despite the court ruling, supplies and foreign staff of NGOs face entry bans, hindering their operations.
  • World Central Kitchen may halt services due to Israel blocking its supply trucks.
  • UNRWA, a major aid agency, has seen budget cuts and supply bans, severely affecting its operations in Gaza.
  • Unemployment in Gaza is above 80%, and the closure of NGOs might lead to further job losses and food shortages.

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