The United Nations held a daily press briefing on September 18, 2025, focusing on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst ongoing military operations. The Office of the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported alarming conditions for civilians in Gaza City, where the last remaining lifelines are collapsing.

In just five days, 11 emergency shelters, housing approximately 11,000 people, have been damaged due to military strikes. The situation has led to a rapid increase in displacement, with over 1,000,000 individuals forced to flee since the ceasefire ended in mid-March. Notably, around 200,000 displacements have occurred in the past month, including 56,000 in just the last week.

OCHA expressed deep concern over the growing number of displaced families who are now sleeping on the streets or in makeshift tents, struggling to survive under dire conditions. Despite facing heavy restrictions, OCHA and its partners are striving to provide life-saving support to those in need. Their latest report indicated that in September, teams managed to collect over 12,500 metric tons of wheat flour, food parcels, and bulk supplies from Israeli-controlled crossings, highlighting ongoing efforts to assist the affected population.

The briefing underscored the urgent need for humanitarian access and support as the crisis in Gaza continues to escalate.