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UN aid chief demands ‘dignity’ for Gaza population, lifting of Israeli restrictions
Key takeaways
- But, he said, “these fragile gains are the bare minimum of what Palestinians need and what we can provide — and what international law demands.”
- Read more: Gaza tailor turns waste fabrics into dresses for girls
- “It is not enough to silence the weapons — we must restore dignity.”
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize United Nations: People living in Gaza deserve to regain their “dignity” rather than merely survive, the UN aid chief said Thursday, as he criticized Israeli obstructions to the distribution of humanitarian assistance.
Tom Fletcher, addressing the United Nations Security Council, acknowledged the flow of aid has improved since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect on October 10 — with an average of 100 deliveries entering the Palestinian territory each day.
But, he said, “these fragile gains are the bare minimum of what Palestinians need and what we can provide — and what international law demands.”
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