Dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, infrastructure in ruins, says UN report
A UN report reveals Israel’s ongoing bombardment of the Gaza Strip has obliterated nearly seven decades of human development in just over a year.
The UN Development Programme estimates poverty in Gaza will soar to 74.3%, affecting more than 2.6 million people.
The region’s Human Development Index has plummeted to levels not seen since 1955.
The report highlights 93% of children are consuming fewer food groups, leading to severe malnutrition.
Infrastructure is devastated, with schools and hospitals destroyed and 625,000 students unable to access education.
Infectious diseases are rampant, posing additional threats to public health.
UN officials warn of a protracted development crisis, stressing the urgent need for a sustainable recovery strategy amid escalating humanitarian suffering.
At least 10,317 students and 416 educational staff have been killed in Gaza.
Achim Steiner, a UNDP administrator, said the report’s findings confirm that amid the immediate suffering and horrific loss of life, a serious development crisis is unfolding.
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