The Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) has reported that as of Monday, there are approximately 1,000 truckloads of humanitarian aid waiting on the Gaza side of the Kerem Shalom crossing. On Monday alone, 197 aid trucks were successfully transferred to Gaza through various routes including Egypt, the Ashdod port, and Israel. This marks an increase of 100 trucks compared to the previous day.
Despite the ongoing challenges, COGAT stated that since the beginning of the year, 88% of all coordination requests for aid delivery have been approved. However, United Nations agencies have highlighted the difficulties they face in distributing aid within Gaza due to Israeli military operations and the need for convoy approvals within the Strip.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) emphasized the impact of limited fuel supplies on essential services in Gaza. While some progress has been made in reducing wastewater levels in certain areas, the inconsistent fuel supply poses a risk of sewage overflow and hampers water distribution networks. The lack of generators and spare parts further exacerbates the challenges, affecting the availability of clean water for the population.
According to OCHA's latest report, as of June 2, daily water production in the Gaza Strip stands at around 95,000 cubic meters per day, representing only 26% of pre-October 2023 levels. The situation underscores the urgent need for sustained humanitarian efforts to address the critical water and sanitation issues facing Gaza's residents.
