Overview

• UN Emergency Coordinator Tom Fletcher describes a collapse of law and order in Gaza, with armed groups looting humanitarian supplies.
• Efforts to deliver aid to Gaza have been severely hindered, with over 100 UN aid requests denied by Israel since October 6.
• The northern Gaza Strip has been under siege for more than two months, with officials warning of an impending famine in the region.
• Israeli military operations in densely populated areas continue, leaving schools, hospitals, and infrastructure in ruins.
• While Israel claims adequate supplies are available, international bodies assert Israel holds responsibility for ensuring civilian access to essential resources.