Israel warned 1.1 million of Palestinian civilians to leave the northern Gaza Strip, and since then a steady flow of families has moved south in overloaded cars, trucks and donkey carts.
“Mass population displacement from the north to the south of the Gaza Strip has been ongoing since (…) Friday morning, when Israel ordered residents to evacuate these areas ahead of military operations,” the UN humanitarian aid agency OCHA said in a statement.
“Humanitarian partners report that the number of internally displaced persons has increased significantly over the past 24 hours, but the exact number is unknown,” it said.
Before that, on Thursday at 11 p.m. According to data, there were 423,378 internally displaced persons in the Gaza Strip, OCHA said.
About 64 percent to accommodate them in facilities of UNRWA, the UN agency that provides assistance to Palestinian refugees.
“Approximately 33,054 IDPs found shelter in 36 public schools,” OCHA said.
“It is estimated that more than 153 thousand internally displaced persons whose homes were destroyed or damaged, or who left their homes due to fear, are staying with relatives and neighbors, as well as in other public facilities,” the organization said.
Israeli forces on Sunday prepared for an upcoming ground operation into the Gaza Strip aimed at destroying the Palestinian Islamist militant group Hamas, which carried out the deadliest attack in the country’s history.
In the eight days since Hamas gunmen killed more than 1,300 people. Israelis, Israel responded with a bombing campaign that killed more than 2.3 thousand people. of the lives of the people of the Gaza Strip.
Israel announced on Friday that 1.1 million population to evacuate from the northern part of the Gaza Strip to the south ahead of an expected ground invasion, and the United Nations has called for the order to be revoked.
Hamas is the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip; it has been involved in several wars with Israel since taking over the Gaza Strip in 2007. The group has been recognized as a terrorist by Israel, the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and some other countries.
Hamas is supported by Iran, financing the purchase of weapons, supplying them and providing military training. Hamas has a political office in Qatar, where some of its leaders are based.
2.3 million people live in the Gaza Strip. people, but Israel, with the help of Egypt, has imposed a blockade on the territory since 2007 – it has restricted the entry of goods into the territory and their departure from it by water, sea or air, as well as the ability of the Palestinians themselves to leave the territory, except for a few tens of thousands of workers.
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**Interview with Dr. Sarah El-Amin, Humanitarian Affairs Expert**
**Host:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. El-Amin. We’re discussing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, particularly following Israel’s recent warnings to evacuate the northern Gaza Strip. Can you start by providing some context on the situation?
**Dr. El-Amin:** Certainly. The situation in Gaza is dire. Just last week, Israel issued an evacuation order to approximately 1.1 million residents in the northern part of the strip, citing impending military operations. This has led to an unprecedented movement of families fleeing south, often in overwhelmed conditions, packed into cars, trucks, and even donkey carts.
**Host:** The UN humanitarian aid agency OCHA has reported a significant increase in internally displaced persons—how alarming is this rise?
**Dr. El-Amin:** It’s extremely alarming. They noted that as of Thursday night, there were already over 423,000 internally displaced persons. With continuous evacuations, that number has likely surged. The humanitarian infrastructure is under severe strain, and many families are ending up in temporary shelters, such as UNRWA facilities, schools, and with friends or relatives. The scale of displacement is unprecedented, and it poses serious risks to the well-being of the displaced population.
**Host:** What challenges do these internally displaced persons face right now?
**Dr. El-Amin:** The challenges are multifaceted. First and foremost, there’s a lack of basic necessities such as food, clean water, and medical care. Furthermore, overcrowding in temporary shelters can lead to poor living conditions, increased risk of disease, and mental health challenges due to trauma and uncertainty. The ongoing violence and military operations only exacerbate these issues.
**Host:** Given the international discourse around the situation, how should the global community respond?
**Dr. El-Amin:** The international community must prioritize humanitarian access to Gaza. This means ensuring that aid reaches those in need without obstruction. Advocacy for the rights and dignity of all civilians affected by this crisis is also vital. It’s crucial for nations to push for a ceasefire and facilitate dialogue to address the underlying issues driving this conflict. Without these efforts, we risk further escalation and suffering.
**Host:** Thank you, Dr. El-Amin, for shedding light on this critical issue. Your insights are invaluable as we continue to follow this developing story.
**Dr. El-Amin:** Thank you for having me. It’s imperative we stay informed and advocate for those who are suffering.
