Israel will no longer approve Unrwa food convoys to northern Gaza, says agency's chief

Israel will no longer approve Unrwa food convoys to northern Gaza, the agency's chief said on Sunday. 

In a post on social media platform X, Philippe Lazzarini said Israeli authorities informed the UN of the decision, which he called "outrageous". 

"As of today, Unrwa, the main lifeline for Palestine Refugees, is denied from providing lifesaving assistance to northern Gaza," Lazzarini said.

"This is outrageous and makes it intentional to obstruct lifesaving assistance during a man made famine.

"These restrictions must be lifted."