Summary
The United Nations (UN) is urging Israel to reopen border crossings to Gaza to allow critical humanitarian aid and patient evacuations. Gaza is facing shortages of fuel and essential supplies due to closed borders amid ongoing conflict between Israel, the U.S., and Iran. Israel has said it will start to allow some aid into Gaza through certain crossings.
Key Facts
- The UN Secretary-General has called for Israel to reopen Gaza's border crossings, closed since the conflict with Iran started.
- The Rafah crossing with Egypt briefly reopened but was shut again due to security reasons.
- The Karem Abu Salem crossing will be opened gradually to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.
- Gaza heavily relies on fuel from Israel and Egypt, affecting hospitals and essential services due to current shortages.
- The ongoing blockade has worsened living conditions in Gaza, which were already difficult.
- A UN inquiry in September found genocidal intent in Israel’s actions in Gaza.
- South Africa has taken a case to the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide.
- Israeli forces maintain control over significant areas in the West Bank, including key religious sites.
