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UN: 10-day cargo closure is reversing ceasefire gains in Gaza as fuel and food stocks dwindle
Summary
UN humanitarian agencies warned that a 10-day closure of cargo access to Gaza is undoing progress made during the ceasefire, causing fuel shortages, rising food prices and disruptions to distributions; partners continue limited deliveries when possible.
United Nations spokespeople and humanitarian coordinators warned Tuesday that a 10-day closure of cargo access to Gaza is already reversing humanitarian gains secured during the ceasefire and putting essential services at risk.
The UN spokesperson said the Karim Shalom crossing has “remained closed for the tenth consecutive day,” preventing UN and partner access to cargo that had entered Gaza prior to the closure and contributing to critical shortfalls of fuel for backup generators, water and health facilities. “Cooking gas prices are rising again, and distribution of flour, fresh produce, and shelter material has been disrupted,” the spokesperson…
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