UN ramps up ceasefire support to hungry and war-weary Gazans

UN ramps up ceasefire support to hungry and war-weary Gazans. Image credit: UN

UN reportedly ramps up ceasefire support to hungry and war-weary Gazans

The UN is taking the opportunity of the ceasefire in Gaza to ramp up the delivery of aid to the beleaguered people of Gaza.
Communal kitchens have been set up to feed as many people as possible and stave off famine conditions. Image credit: UNOCHA

UN trucks are currently only able to enter Gaza through two crossings in the south of the enclave. © WFP/Jaber Badwan
Around 750 tonnes of food are being brought into Gaza on a daily basis some of which is being stored in World Food Programme (WFP) warehouses. © UNOCHA
A young boy stands by three boxes of food distributed by the UN, the first his family has received in the last 6 months.
© WFP/Jaber Badwan
Bread, a staple of the Palestinian diet, is being prepared in WFP-supported bakeries.
© WFP/Maxime Le Lijour
It is distributed to hungry Gazans. © WFP/Maxime Le Lijour
Soap has finally been delivered to Gaza by the UN, and now children are able to wash their hands properly.
© UNICEF
Children who have suffered trauma due to the war are being counselled by UNICEF staff.
© UNICEF/Rawan Eleyan