Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Shehbaz Sharif Condemns Israeli Restrictions on Aid

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed deep concern over Israel’s continued restrictions on humanitarian assistance to Gaza, highlighting the worsening conditions faced by displaced Palestinians.

In a post on X, Shehbaz drew attention to images showing floodwater entering makeshift tents, leaving Palestinian children exposed to starvation, extreme cold and a lack of adequate shelter.

The prime minister condemned what he described as violations of the ceasefire and international law, as well as continued Israeli aggression against Palestinians.

He said he had directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to explore all possible channels to urgently increase humanitarian assistance for Gaza.

His statement came as heavy rainfall flooded thousands of tents housing displaced Palestinians in overcrowded camps across the Gaza Strip. The downpours washed away temporary shelters and soaked blankets and mattresses, worsening conditions for families already facing severe humanitarian challenges.

According to Gaza’s government media office, at least 70,000 tents were flooded within 12 hours before its Saturday announcement. The incident affected tens of thousands of displaced people and caused injuries, although no deaths had been reported.

The territory’s civil defence service said it had received 1,500 distress calls from displaced residents seeking assistance.

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It also reported that three abandoned houses had collapsed during the severe weather, without causing injuries.

The flooding has added to the difficulties facing displaced families in Gaza, where damaged shelters and exposure to harsh weather have increased the need for emergency humanitarian support.