Sunday, July 20, 2025

Children in Gaza need life-saving support – UNICEF

What is UNICEF calling for?

The ceasefire must be reinstated and sustained, all hostages must be released and reunited with their families, and international humanitarian law must be respected.
Safe and unrestricted humanitarian access throughout the Gaza Strip for the flow of all necessary aid, through all reliable entry points, at scale and in a timely manner. This includes taking steps to address the security environment. The safe movement of humanitarian workers and supplies across the Gaza Strip must be guaranteed, and reliable telecommunications networks made available to coordinate response efforts.
Respect and protection for the civilian infrastructure that children depend on, such as schools, hospitals, and water and sanitation infrastructure. The protection of Gaza’s remaining functional civilian infrastructure is critical to prevent further loss of life and provide care to the sick and wounded.
Immediate medical evacuation for injured and sick children, in accompaniment with their family members, and for all with urgent medical needs to safely access critical health services or be allowed to leave.
Protection for people on the move. Children and their families must be allowed to move freely and should not be forced to relocate.
A lasting political resolution that prioritizes the rights and well-being of this and future generations of children.

What is happening: