Gaza Truce Extended, Aid Agencies Concerned

Aid agencies have welcomed the two-day extension of the truce in Gaza but are concerned about the potential resumption of Israel's attack on Hamas, which could worsen the humanitarian crisis among Palestinians. The agencies fear that the crowded south of the strip, where approximately 2 million people are living, will be heavily impacted. There are concerns about population displacement and shortages of water, food, and other necessities. Aid organizations have been able to provide some relief aid during the truce but face challenges in operating effectively on short timeframes. The UN relief agency has stated that the amounts of cooking gas delivered to Gaza are insufficient to meet the population's needs.