Scenes of ruin and destruction are what are left in Gaza after a ceasefire was announced between Israel and Palestine.
The United Nations has allocated $18.6 million from it's Central Emergency Response Fund to address the rising humanitarian needs in Gaza.
STEPHANE DUJARRIC
Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General
“Strong financial support is of course crucial to meet needs especially in Gaza, and also the West Bank. It is also critical that the Occupied Palestinian Territory Humanitarian Fund is replenished. This is a flexible tool to quickly respond to urgent needs.”
The UN has sent 13 trucks filled with food, Covid-19 vaccines, and medical supplies into Gaza after its border with Israel was partially reopened. It expects to send even more aid to the region during the ceasefire.
STEPHANE DUJARRIC
Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General
“And, following the ceasefire announcement, the number of people seeking protection in UNRWA schools has now decreased to less than 1,000.”
Pope Francis praised the news of the ceasefire, and called for a new phase of diplomacy in the region.
POPE FRANCIS
“I thank God for this decision to stop the armed conflicts and acts of violence, and I pray for the pursuit of paths of dialogue and peace.”
In recent weeks the Pope has repeatedly asked Christians worldwide to pray that Israel and Palestine may be patient in their dialogue and pursue a peaceful coexistence.
Daniel Díaz Vizzi
TR: Justin McLellan
Unifeed / RR
