Gaza ceasefire aid trucks fall far short of pledged deliveries

The Gaza Government Media Office stated on Tuesday that the number of humanitarian aid trucks allowed into the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire commenced remains critically low, far below the quantities agreed upon. According to the office, a mere 986 trucks have entered, a stark contrast to the 6,600 trucks that were pledged to arrive by Monday evening.

Dramatic Shortfall in Daily Aid

The statement highlighted that the daily average of trucks entering Gaza does not exceed 89, while the agreement stipulated a minimum of 600 trucks per day to meet the population's basic needs. The media office framed this severe deficit as a deliberate strategy, accusing Israel of perpetuating a "policy of suffocation, starvation, and humanitarian blackmail" against over 2.4 million people in the enclave.

Limited Fuel Supplies Enter

A small number of trucks carrying essential fuels were included in the total. Fourteen trucks brought cooking gas and another 28 delivered solar fuel, intended for vital services such as bakeries, hospitals, and generators. However, the government stressed that these limited deliveries are insufficient to address the dire humanitarian situation on the ground in Gaza.

Urgent Calls for Sustained Access

Emphasizing the escalating crisis, the Gaza government insisted on the immediate and consistent entry of at least 600 aid trucks daily. These shipments must include food, medical supplies, relief materials, and fuel to secure the basic necessities for survival. The urgent call for aid comes amidst a backdrop of a devastating conflict that has resulted in massive casualties according to Palestinian health authorities.