The war between Hamas and Israel in the Gaza Strip has led to massive population displacement. According to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), nearly a million people have been displaced in just one week. This worrying humanitarian situation raises many questions and calls for concrete actions to help those affected.
The UN observes a “massive displacement” of populations towards the south of Gaza, after Israel asked residents to evacuate the north of the Palestinian enclave. According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), this population displacement has continued since Friday, but the exact number of displaced people remains unknown.
Partner humanitarian organizations report that the displaced are mainly taking refuge in public schools and with relatives or neighbors. However, with continued bombing, many homes have been damaged or destroyed, forcing people to seek refuge elsewhere.
In this context, the pope called for the establishment of humanitarian corridors to allow civilians to flee bombings and access emergency aid. There is an urgent need to respond to this call by providing immediate assistance and facilitating the safe evacuation of those in danger.
At the same time, the international community must intensify its efforts to end this conflict. Meetings and negotiations between the different parties must be encouraged in order to achieve a peaceful and lasting resolution.
In conclusion, the situation of the displaced in the Gaza Strip is alarming and requires immediate action. It is imperative to establish humanitarian corridors to guarantee the safety of civilians and provide them with adequate assistance. Furthermore, it is essential to continue working towards a peaceful solution and lasting reconciliation between Israel and Hamas.