Israeli troops escalate operation in Gaza’s Rafah, worsening misery | World News

Aid workers are facing immense challenges in distributing essential supplies to hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians in Rafah, as Israel continues its military operation in the region. With the main crossings near Rafah closed, the situation is becoming increasingly dire for the displaced population.

According to the United Nations’ agency for Palestinian refugees, 360,000 Palestinians have fled Rafah in the past week out of 1.3 million who were sheltering there before the operation began. The closure of the crossings has severely limited the flow of food and other supplies to the area, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation.

Despite the arrival of 38 trucks of flour through the Western Erez Crossing, access to food and other necessities remains a major concern. The ongoing fighting in Rafah has made it difficult for aid groups to reach the area, further complicating relief efforts.

The situation is particularly critical for the residents of Rafah, with only a few organizations able to distribute food within the city. The majority of distributions have been halted due to evacuation orders, displacement, and dwindling food supplies, leaving many vulnerable to hunger and starvation.

As the conflict continues to escalate, the need for humanitarian assistance in Gaza is more urgent than ever. With the international community closely monitoring the situation, efforts to provide aid to the displaced Palestinians in Rafah are crucial to prevent a further humanitarian catastrophe in the region.