Humanitarian Crisis Looms in Gaza Amid Aid Registration Stalemate

The United Nations and over 200 aid organizations caution that humanitarian operations in Gaza could collapse due to Israel's restrictive registration process. This could lead to a cessation of critical services, including healthcare and sanitation, provided by international aid groups, if urgent actions are not taken.

The United Nations and various aid groups have raised alarms about the potential collapse of humanitarian efforts in Gaza. They highlighted that restrictive registration processes imposed by Israel could force international nonprofits operating in the territory to shut down.

A statement from the U.N. and more than 200 local and international aid organizations warned of the dire consequences if dozens of international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) are de-registered by the end of December. The closure of these organizations would result in significant interruptions to essential services such as healthcare and sanitation in Gaza.

Millions of dollars' worth of critical supplies remain stuck outside Gaza due to the registration backlog and related obstacles. The statement emphasized the urgency of unimpeded humanitarian access, noting that lifesaving support should not be delayed for any reason.

(With inputs from agencies.)