Desperation grows among Palestinians trapped with little aid as Israel battles Hamas in Gaza

A: The main cause of desperation among Palestinians in Gaza is the fierce urban battles between Israeli forces and Hamas militants, which have led to widespread destruction and displacement.

A: The conflict has been ongoing for two months, with escalating violence and casualties on both sides.

A: According to United Nations officials, there are currently no safe places in Gaza, as heavy fighting has displaced tens of thousands of people and cut off most of the territory from aid deliveries.

A: The United Nations Secretary-General has warned of an impending “humanitarian catastrophe” in Gaza, and Arab and Islamic nations have called for a vote on a draft Council resolution demanding a humanitarian cease-fire. However, the United States, Israel’s closest ally, appears likely to block such efforts.

A: The humanitarian situation in Gaza has worsened significantly, with thousands of Palestinians waiting desperately for aid at distribution centers. The World Food Program has warned of a “catastrophic hunger crisis,” and medical facilities are overwhelmed.

A: According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, more than 17,100 people in Gaza have been killed, with 70% of them being women and children, while more than 46,000 have been wounded. Israel reports that about 5,000 militants have been killed, and 87 of its soldiers have died in the ground offensive.

A: Civilians in Gaza have been severely affected by the conflict, with many displaced from their homes and facing dire shortages of food and water. Shelters and homes are overflowing, and the situation is becoming increasingly desperate.