Controversy Surrounds Gaza's Al-Mawasi Safe Zone as Palestinians Struggle for Relief

Displaced Palestinians in Gaza's designated "humanitarian zone" of al-Mawasi are expressing dissatisfaction with the conditions, describing it as an abandoned place lacking basic services such as water and electricity. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has repeatedly urged civilians to move to al-Mawasi for safety, but the changing messaging and lack of internet connectivity have made it difficult for people to find safe areas. International agencies have raised concerns about the viability of humanitarian zones in Gaza, stating that cramming so many people into a small area with limited infrastructure increases health risks for those already on the brink. The United Nations also questions the effectiveness of unilaterally declared safe zones in protecting civilians.