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Children Among Victims as Gaza Aid Blocked by Israel
9 Jan
Summary
- Seven people, including four children, died in Israeli attacks in Gaza.
- Israel barred foreign aid workers whose organizations face suspension.
- NGOs express fears of a renewed humanitarian crisis over blocked access.
Israeli attacks in Gaza on Thursday resulted in seven fatalities, including four children, according to Gaza's civil defence agency. Despite a US-sponsored truce largely holding since October 10, both sides have reported violations, with Gaza's health ministry stating at least 425 Palestinians have been killed.
Adding to the crisis, Israel has barred foreign medical and humanitarian staff whose organizations failed to register employee details. Three major NGOs, including Medecins Sans Frontieres, reported their international staff were denied entry this week, raising serious concerns.
These organizations warn that without specialized staff, the healthcare system in Gaza could collapse. Israel claims the measures prevent aid diversion, but NGOs highlight the risks to their workers, citing numerous casualties during the conflict.
