Death ‘the only certainty’ for people in Gaza, says UN official

A UN official reports that death appears to be the “only certainty” for the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza, who have no way to escape Israeli attacks. The official recounts the growing desperation across the territory.

“It does feel like people are waiting for death. Death seems to be the only certainty in this situation,” said Louise Wateridge, an Unrwa spokeswoman, speaking to AFP from Gaza.

For the past two weeks, Wateridge has been in Gaza, witnessing the humanitarian crisis, the fear of death, and the spread of disease as the war continues.

“Nowhere in Gaza is safe. It’s absolutely devastating. We are facing unprecedented challenges with the spread of disease and hygiene issues, largely due to the Israeli-imposed siege on the Gaza Strip," she added.