The Rafah crisis has become the focus of global attention. Thousands of Palestinians have fled Rafah, Gaza, due to Israel’s invasion of the Rafah border.
This situation has sparked humanitarian calls from various parties, including the World Health Organization (WHO), which is calling for an immediate ceasefire.
A Devastation
Rafah, a city in southern Gaza Strip, has become the center of conflict between Israel and Palestine. With a population of over 1 million people, the city is now facing the imminent threat of full-scale invasion by Israel.
According to reports, Israeli airstrikes have killed 67 people in the city. In this horrifying situation, thousands of Palestinians have been forced to flee from their homes.
WHO Calls for Ceasefire
In response to this crisis, the WHO has called for an immediate ceasefire. The organization highlights the critical shortage of fuel for hospitals in Gaza. In times of war, access to healthcare services becomes crucial.
However, with the fuel shortage, hospitals in Gaza face major challenges in providing the necessary medical services.
UNRWA Estimates 200 Palestinians Leaving Rafah Every Hour
According to the UNRWA, around 200 Palestinians are leaving Rafah every hour, with a total of approximately 50,000 people displaced since Monday.
With the ongoing invasion, the number of refugees is expected to continue to rise.
This mass displacement has created a deep humanitarian crisis, with thousands of Palestinians forced to leave their homes and seek shelter elsewhere.
US Delays Arms Shipment to Israel
In response to the violence in Gaza, the United States has delayed the shipment of arms to Israel.
This step is taken as an effort to prevent a full-scale invasion of Rafah.
Furthermore, various international organizations are also urging for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the violence in Gaza.
Conclusion
The Rafah crisis is a deep humanitarian tragedy. Thousands of Palestinians have been forced to leave their homes, while the world watches with concern.
In facing this crisis, the international community must come together and take action to end the violence and alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people.
This is not just about politics or strategies, but about our humanitarian values. As stated by the Secretary-General of the UN, “History will judge us all.”
