Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner General of UNRWA, spoke out on the grim reality facing Gaza six months into Israel’s attacks. He highlighted the unprecedented horror endured by Gazans, particularly the high toll on children, aid workers, journalists, and medical teams. Lazzarini criticized Israel’s violation of humanitarian law, especially its targeting of hospitals and UN facilities, and emphasized the exacerbation of famine due to the siege.
Calling for immediate ceasefire implementation and the release of Gaza captives, Lazzarini urged Israel to ease restrictions on UNRWA and open more land crossings.