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UN says Gaza reconstruction needs 'conditions' and clarifies which crossings it monitors

UN press briefing (spokesperson) · April 29, 2026
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The UN reiterated that reconstruction in Gaza requires security conditions and donor confidence; the spokesperson said the UN only monitors certain crossings (Kerem Shalom and Zikim) and that Rafah remains closed for UN cargo, disputing wider claims that all crossings are open.

The UN spokesperson told reporters that strikes across the Gaza Strip continue to hit residential areas and damage basic services, and that a recent airstrike reportedly struck NGO workers at a Gaza City water well, killing one and injuring four. Two civilian truck drivers contracted by UNICEF at Al Mansour were also reported killed, and partners said the well was heavily damaged and on-site work suspended.

On aid access, a reporter said the Israeli ambassador told the Security Council that 600 trucks a day were…

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