Hamas Urges Immediate Action to Facilitate Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Amid Israeli Blockade

Hamas has called for immediate action from parties overseeing the ceasefire agreement to facilitate the entry of humanitarian, medical, and shelter supplies into Gaza, as the Israeli blockade persists and essential aid is obstructed.

In an urgent statement broadcast by Al Jazeera, the group emphasized the pressing need for assistance and shelter, particularly as ongoing occupation prevents the entry of tents and caravans vital for housing thousands of families displaced by bombings.

This appeal comes amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in the region, with international reports indicating severe shortages of medical and food supplies, alongside the collapse of healthcare infrastructure, endangering the lives of civilians, especially children and the sick.

Israel has not issued an official response to Hamas's call, while international organizations such as the Red Cross and the United Nations continue to advocate for the facilitation of aid through border crossings, warning that continued obstructions could jeopardize the fragile ceasefire agreement.

This request from Hamas is part of a series of repeated demands over recent weeks, which the group describes as responses to "ongoing Israeli violations" that hinder aid efforts and exacerbate the suffering of local residents.