The UK government has pledged £8.5 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza, conditional on Israel permitting the entry of aid supplies. Baroness Jenny Chapman emphasized the urgency of this assistance, condemning the current blockade that leaves much aid waiting at the border. Reports indicate that desperate civilians are facing horrific conditions due to limited aid availability. The funding will be funneled through the UN's OCHA, which has raised alarms about growing hunger and water access challenges for Gaza's 2.1 million populace amidst extreme weather and delays.
The UK has pledged an additional 8.5 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza, aimed to help address urgent needs if Israel allows aid to enter.
Baroness Jenny Chapman stated that it is unacceptable for so much aid to be waiting at the border, stressing the need for safe and secure access.
The insufficient amount of supplies getting through is causing appalling and chaotic scenes as desperate civilians try to access tiny amounts of aid.
OCHA has warned of widespread hunger among Gaza's 2.1 million residents, highlighting severe challenges in accessing water amid a heatwave.
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