The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: A Choice by Israel
The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza is a choice made by Israel to withhold food and aid from the territory, according to Janti Soeripto, the CEO of the global aid group Save the Children. In an interview on CBS’s “Face the Nation,” Soeripto described the situation in Gaza as “absolutely horrific,” noting that the food, water, and medical supplies that are desperately needed by the people of Gaza are being withheld by Israel.
The crisis in Gaza is the result of a long-standing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people. Since 2007, Israel has imposed a blockade on the Gaza Strip, preventing the entry of goods and services into the territory. This has resulted in a severe shortage of food, water, and medical supplies, leading to a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The situation in Gaza has been further exacerbated by the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians, including many children, and has caused extensive damage to the infrastructure of Gaza. This has led to a further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, with the United Nations estimating that more than 80 percent of the population is now living in poverty.
The crisis in Gaza has been described as a “man-made disaster” by the United Nations, and the international community has called on Israel to end the blockade and allow humanitarian aid to enter the territory. However, Israel has so far refused to do so, citing security concerns.
The situation in Gaza is a tragedy, and it is clear that the people of Gaza are in desperate need of help. The international community must continue to pressure Israel to end the blockade and allow humanitarian aid to enter the territory. In addition, the international community must also work to ensure that the people of Gaza have access to the food, water, and medical supplies they need.
The crisis in Gaza is a choice made by Israel, and it is a choice that must be reversed. The people of Gaza deserve to live in peace and security, and they deserve to have access to the basic necessities of life. The international community must continue to pressure Israel to end the blockade and allow humanitarian aid to enter the territory. Only then can the people of Gaza have a chance at a better future.
