UN aid chief condemns Israeli evacuation order terms it ‘dangerous and outrageous’

United Nations aid chief Martin Griffiths has vehemently denounced the Israeli directive to evacuate 1.1 million people from northern Gaza as a violation of the principles of war and basic human rights. In the wake of relentless bombardment, with homes and roads reduced to rubble, Griffiths emphasized the lack of safe havens for civilians, particularly women and children, in the conflict-ridden region.

Expressing deep concern on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, Griffiths underscored the danger and inhumanity of displacing traumatized civilians without the necessary humanitarian support or respite from the ongoing violence. With the prospect of an impending ground offensive, the displacement orders have triggered an urgent humanitarian crisis.

The UN official warned of the catastrophic consequences and long-term implications of the mass displacement without ensuring safe passage and access to essential services. In addition to the evacuation orders, Israel has enforced a complete siege, impeding the flow of critical supplies including electricity, food, water, and fuel, exacerbating the dire situation in the densely populated area.

The devastating toll on civilians has been staggering, with at least 2,200 Palestinians, including journalists, medics, and other non-combatants, falling victim to the unrelenting shelling. As the conflict rages on, global voices amplify their calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the prioritization of civilian safety and well-being in the region.

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