Food prices soar as Israel blocks aid into Gaza

The UN aid coordination office, OCHA, reported that closures of Kerem Shalom, Erez, and Zikim crossings are preventing vital humanitarian assistance from reaching civilians in need in Gaza. Despite the ceasefire expiring, Israel is calling for a continuation of phase one, impacting aid delivery. UNICEF warned that aid restrictions will severely compromise lifesaving operations for children and families in Gaza, highlighting the importance of maintaining the ceasefire for humanitarian response.

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