The UN Security Council convened to address the critical humanitarian situation in Gaza, with members expressing concern that the crisis is being overshadowed by wider regional events. The effectiveness of the current ceasefire and the urgent needs of the Palestinian population were key discussion points.
A joint FAO and WFP report identifies 13 regions facing rising food insecurity, with Sudan, South Sudan, Yemen, and Palestine as critical hotspots. Declining aid and escalating conflicts are pushing millions towards starvation.
A UN inquiry details systematic violence against Palestinians by Israeli settlers and Hamas, citing human rights violations, sexual violence, and executions.
The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has documented repeated attacks on Gaza’s law enforcement personnel, warning that their routine targeting may constitute war crimes under international law. These incidents contribute to the collapse of civilian order amid the ongoing conflict.
UN human rights observers condemned escalating Israeli attacks in Gaza during Eid al-Fitr, reporting 26 deaths. Reports detail multiple airstrikes resulting in civilian casualties, including children, and highlight dire humanitarian conditions and ongoing displacement.
A UN report covering October 2023 to May 2025 details widespread violations, including war crimes and potential crimes against humanity, by both Israeli and Palestinian parties in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
A UN report indicates that over 38,000 women and girls have perished in the Gaza conflict, with ongoing humanitarian crises and risks impacting female-headed households.
UNFPA reports that girls in Palestine, particularly in Gaza, face escalating risks including child marriage and severe mental health issues due to the deepening humanitarian crisis. Support services are being expanded amidst significant challenges.
