The situation in Gaza as of mid-August 2024 remains dire, with widespread humanitarian challenges exacerbated by ongoing conflict. The Israeli military has issued several new evacuation orders, affecting tens of thousands of Palestinians. Over 60,000 people have fled their homes in just the past few days, moving towards the western areas of Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The UN reports that nearly 80% of the Gaza Strip has been placed under evacuation orders since the conflict escalated last October.


Humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate. There are severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies, compounded by the destruction of infrastructure and restricted access for aid deliveries. The volume of aid entering Gaza has plummeted, and the situation is particularly critical in health facilities, many of which are non-functional or overwhelmed by the number of casualties. The UN and other humanitarian organizations are calling for an immediate ceasefire to allow for safe and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid and to protect civilians trapped in the conflict (UN News) (UN News) (UN News).