The European Union has urged Israel on Monday to ensure full humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip, warning that major floods and worsening weather conditions during the winter are further burdening the serious humanitarian situation in the territory.
The European Commission’s spokeswoman, Eva Hrncicova, said during a media conference in Brussels that living conditions for displaced families have deteriorated significantly, especially for those sheltered in flooded tents.
She stressed that the EU has repeatedly called on the Israeli government, at all levels, to allow full entry of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
According to Hrcirova, not all border points are open to the passage of aid, preventing the supply of population with basic needs and worsening an already critical situation.
The spokeswoman also warned that floods and low temperatures could cause further health consequences for displaced families, increasing the risk of spreading pest-related diseases and infections.
It disclosed that most of the population in Gaza urgently needs housing and non-food aid, while about 60% of those who need such support face critical conditions.
Meanwhile, the European Union has allocated about 700m euros — or approximately $784m — to humanitarian aid to Palestinians since the beginning of the crisis in October 2023.
We call for quick, safe and unhindered access to Gaza to alleviate the suffering of the people there, Hrncicova said.
The EU continues to seek relief of humanitarian aid, at a time when difficult atmospheric conditions and housing shortages are increasing risks for thousands of households displaced in enclaves.
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