not everywhere· Security· Updated 9 Nov, 22:08

Peace Council Criticizes Israel Over Delayed Gaza Aid, Cites Hamas Responsibility

The Peace Council criticized the Israeli government on Monday, calling its response to severe flooding in the Gaza Strip insufficient. The council urged Israel to immediately approve and facilitate the entry of winter equipment and humanitarian aid, warning that the seasonal floods have damaged property and displaced thousands of families living in makeshift shelters.

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01The Peace Council criticized Israel on Monday, calling its response to severe flooding in the Gaza Strip insufficient.
02The council urged Israel to immediately approve the entry of winter supplies, shelter materials, and sanitation equipment.
03Severe flooding in Gaza has displaced thousands of families, damaging property and creating a humanitarian emergency.
04The council stated that Israel had received months of warnings regarding the need for winter preparedness and infrastructure repair.
05The council demanded that the terrorist organization Hamas disarm and transfer governing authority to the National Committee.
06Hamas was urged to cease military activities near civilian areas and Israeli positions immediately.
07The Peace Council affirmed the responsibility of the terrorist organization Hamas for the October 7 attack.
08The council warned that delays in aid delivery are hindering plans for stabilizing control and disarming Hamas in Gaza.

According to the council, Israel and the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories had received months of warnings regarding the need for temporary shelter materials, water and sanitation infrastructure, waste management, and drainage systems. While acknowledging that Israeli authorities are considering measures, the council deemed these steps inadequate for the humanitarian emergency.

The council also addressed the terrorist organization Hamas, holding it responsible for the October 7 attack and demanding that it cease military activities near Israeli positions and civilian areas. The council urged Hamas to disarm and transfer governing authority to the National Committee for the Management of the Gaza Strip, stating that delays in aid and ongoing military actions hinder plans to stabilize the area.

Summarized by baba from the reports of 3 newsrooms. Updated 00:32

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