GAZA (The COW News Digital) Israeli forces continued their campaign of violence in Gaza, with airstrikes killing three more Palestinians within 24 hours, officials reported. The ongoing attacks have left communities reeling and intensified calls for international intervention.
The Rafah border crossing has been temporarily opened to allow civilians to move in and out of Gaza. Egyptian ambulances and aid trucks have been deployed to deliver humanitarian assistance. However, strict limits have been imposed: only 150 Palestinians will be allowed to cross daily, and just five patients awaiting treatment abroad may leave at this time.
Medical and aid workers have highlighted the dire consequences of border closures. Since the shutdown, more than 1,268 Palestinians have died while waiting for essential medicines and medical care. The humanitarian situation remains critical, with shortages of food, water, and medical supplies putting thousands at risk.
Meanwhile, Israel has blocked international aid group Doctors Without Borders from operating within Gaza, hampering efforts to provide urgent medical care to the affected population. Humanitarian agencies have condemned the restrictions, warning that the continued blockade exacerbates civilian suffering.
The recent airstrikes have destroyed homes and infrastructure, displacing hundreds of families. Residents report being trapped in conflict zones with limited access to shelter and emergency services. Local authorities are coordinating relief efforts under extremely challenging conditions, with volunteers and staff working tirelessly to support vulnerable populations.
International human rights organizations have called for an immediate halt to military operations targeting civilians and urged both sides to allow unimpeded humanitarian access. The escalation in violence underscores the ongoing instability in the region and the urgent need for diplomatic solutions to prevent further loss of life.
As the situation develops, the international community is closely monitoring the humanitarian crisis, emphasizing that access to medical care, food, and safe passage for civilians must remain a priority. The coming days will be critical in determining the scale of the crisis and the response of global aid organizations.
