Warning of humanitarian catastrophe due to cuts in international funding programs for Gaza residents

The Government Media Office in Gaza warns of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe due to the sharp decline in international funding programs. Officials say that cuts to World Food Programme aid will deprive 400,000 people of food, while the suspension of WHO fuel support threatens to halt vital medical services.

The Government Media Office in Gaza warns of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe due to the significant decline in international funding programs for the enclave's residents. The office's director general, Dr. Ismail al-Thawabta, states that the reduction in humanitarian aid represents a real catastrophe that will affect the lives of over 2.4 million people enduring dire conditions. Al-Thawabta explains that the World Food Programme's announcement of cutting its aid due to funding shortages will deprive 400,000 people of their basic right to food. He also warns of the serious repercussions of the World Health Organization's announcement to reduce its services and halt fuel support for many hospitals, threatening to stop vital medical services and endangering the lives of thousands of patients and wounded. Al-Thawabta attributes this decline to political pressure against the Palestinian people and warns against using the humanitarian issue as a tool for political blackmail. He calls on the international community to uphold its responsibilities to prevent the collapse of the humanitarian and health system in Gaza.