The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached alarming levels, with 91% of the population facing acute food insecurity, according too the UN. The situation has worsened significantly since the conflict began in October 2023, with aid supplies plummeting to critical lows. Before the conflict, an average of 500 aid trucks, including fuel, entered Gaza daily. However, the numbers have dropped drastically since then, with only 37 trucks entering daily in October 2024, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
The sharp decline in aid has drawn international concern, prompting US President Joe biden to demand concrete measures from Israel to facilitate aid delivery.Despite these demands, no notable improvements have been made. Aid agencies, such as the Norwegian Refugee Council, have accused Israel of failing to fulfill its legal obligation to ensure aid reaches those in need. they have also highlighted disruptions caused by Palestinian looters and criminal gangs, further complicating the distribution process.Israel,though,has denied restricting aid,rather blaming the UN for inefficiencies in distribution. The UN figures since the conflict do not include fuel or private sector cargo, which has further exacerbated the crisis. The lack of fuel has crippled essential services, including hospitals and water treatment facilities, leaving millions in dire need.
The situation is further illustrated by a graph showing the number of lorries entering Gaza between October 2023 and January 2025. The data reveals a stark decline in aid deliveries, underscoring the urgency of the crisis. The international community continues to call for immediate action to address the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
Key Statistics on Aid to Gaza
| period | Average Daily Aid Trucks | Notes |
|———————-|————————–|——————————–|
| Pre-October 2023 | 500 | Included fuel and private cargo|
| October 2024 | 37 | Excluded fuel and private cargo|
| January 2025 | Data not available | continued decline expected |
The ongoing crisis in Gaza demands urgent international intervention to ensure that aid reaches those who need it most. The situation remains critical, with millions of lives hanging in the balance.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has escalated to alarming levels, with 91% of the population facing acute food insecurity, according to the UN. The situation has deteriorated significantly since the conflict began in October 2023, as aid supplies have plummeted to critical lows. Before the conflict, an average of 500 aid trucks, including fuel, entered Gaza daily.However, this number has drastically dropped, with only 37 trucks entering daily in October 2024, as reported by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs [1].
The sharp decline in aid has sparked international concern, prompting US President Joe Biden to demand concrete measures from Israel to facilitate aid delivery. Despite these calls, no important improvements have been made. Aid agencies, such as the Norwegian Refugee Council, have accused Israel of failing to fulfill its legal obligation to ensure aid reaches those in need. They have also pointed to disruptions caused by Palestinian looters and criminal gangs, which have further complex the distribution process. Israel, however, denies restricting aid and instead blames the UN for inefficiencies in distribution. The UN figures as the conflict exclude fuel and private sector cargo, exacerbating the crisis. The lack of fuel has crippled essential services, including hospitals and water treatment facilities, leaving millions in dire need.
A graph illustrating the number of lorries entering Gaza between October 2023 and January 2025 highlights the stark decline in aid deliveries, emphasizing the urgency of the crisis. The international community continues to call for immediate action to address the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
### Key Statistics on Aid to Gaza
| Period | Average daily Aid trucks | Notes |
|———————-|————————–|——————————–|
| Pre-October 2023 | 500 | Included fuel and private cargo |
| October 2024 | 37 | Excluded fuel and private cargo |
| January 2025 | Data not available | Continued decline expected |
The ongoing crisis in Gaza demands urgent international intervention to ensure that aid reaches those in need.
