The United Nations says the entire population of Gaza remains restricted to less than half of the territory, limiting access to essential services, land resources and humanitarian support.
According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, about 2.1 million people continue to face severe movement constraints despite months having passed since a ceasefire declaration.
Humanitarian officials say large areas of Gaza remain inaccessible, including locations where critical facilities and land reserves are situated. Residents cannot travel abroad or reach the West Bank, where specialised healthcare services are available.
“People who are allowed to exit as part of medical evacuations represent a tiny fraction of those who need services that are unavailable locally,” the agency said.
Aid efforts continue amid severe shortages
Despite restrictions, humanitarian groups continue to provide basic relief. OCHA reported that partners distributed nearly 5,000 bedding items, 600 bedding kits, more than 1,500 sealing kits and around 550 tents to over 4,400 families last week.
Food assistance remains critical for survival. Aid organisations serve about 1.1 million meals daily through more than 120 community kitchens across the territory.
However, the World Food Programme warns that hunger persists even after six months of relative calm. Families still depend heavily on food assistance, as fresh food prices remain out of reach for many.
“One in five families eats only one meal every day,” OCHA said, citing WFP data.
Fuel shortages have further worsened conditions. OCHA reported that nearly seven out of ten families now burn waste or use unsafe materials for cooking due to a lack of gas. This marks a 13 percent increase compared with the previous month.
Aid agencies say restrictions on the entry of essential supplies continue to hinder recovery efforts. Limits on humanitarian operations have also slowed the restoration of local services, including healthcare and infrastructure.
Displacement and violence extend beyond Gaza
The humanitarian situation remains fragile in the West Bank as well. OCHA reported that settler violence continues to drive displacement in several areas.
Over the past week, more than 30 Palestinians were displaced following repeated threats and attacks in communities around Hebron and Ramallah.
Since 2023, violence has forced more than 5,900 Palestinians to leave their homes. Around 2,000 people have been displaced this year alone, according to UN data.
Humanitarian agencies warn that prolonged restrictions, economic hardship and insecurity are deepening the crisis across Palestinian territories.
Aid groups continue to call for improved access, increased humanitarian funding and stronger protection measures for civilians. They stress that without sustained international intervention, living conditions are likely to deteriorate further.
