The UN humanitarian agency has reported that Israeli actions in Gaza, including attacks on populated areas, exhibit characteristics of atrocities, resulting in significant civilian casualties.

Palestinian officials claim that over 50,000 Palestinians have died due to the ongoing Israeli campaign, which began after a Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, that killed 1,200 Israelis and led to the abduction of 251 hostages.

Since March 2, 2025, humanitarian aid has been severely restricted, with Israeli authorities blocking supplies from entering Gaza, exacerbating the dire situation.

The World Food Programme has reported that Gaza currently has only 5,700 tons of food reserves, sufficient for a maximum of two weeks, amid extensive shortages of medical supplies.

The World Health Organization has indicated that Gaza is facing a critical shortage of blood supplies, with fewer than 500 units available against a monthly need of 4,500 units.

Jens Laerke, spokesperson for the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, noted the daily deaths of children and humanitarian workers, highlighting the plight of forcibly displaced individuals lacking basic means for survival.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, along with Hamas leaders, face war crime allegations from the International Criminal Court, which Israel disputes.

Israel denies violating international humanitarian law in Gaza, attributing civilian harm to Hamas fighters operating among civilian populations, a claim that Hamas disputes.

Laerke emphasized a 'callous disregard for human life and dignity' in the wartime actions occurring in Gaza, labeling them as potential crimes of atrocity.

The situation has been further exacerbated by the resumption of rocket fire from Palestinian factions in Gaza, complicating the humanitarian crisis.

Netanyahu's office stated that no assistance will be permitted until all Israeli hostages in the region are released.

The ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Gaza continue to draw international attention and condemnation, as the situation remains critical.