Egypt has condemned Israel’s power cut to Gaza as a violation of humanitarian law, calling for international action. President Al-Sisi supports Palestinian rights and rejects displacement. The situation in Gaza becomes dire, marked by food shortages and a severe water crisis, with casualties rising amidst ongoing hostilities.
The Egyptian government has condemned Israel’s recent decision to cut electricity supplies to the Gaza Strip, categorizing it as an extension of collective punishment against the Palestinian people, which it fiercely opposes. A statement issued by Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs deemed this act a violation of international humanitarian law, urging the global community to intervene decisively to halt such actions.
In the Ministry’s statement, Egypt reiterated its opposition to Israel’s policies, particularly the suspension of humanitarian aid that has significantly worsened the already critical conditions in Gaza. Reports on Sunday confirmed that Israeli Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Cohen, had ordered the immediate cessation of electricity to the region.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s enduring commitment to the Palestinian cause, emphasizing the necessity of a Palestinian state and the rejection of any displacement of Palestinian people. He commended the resilience of the Palestinian populace in their struggle for dignity.
Recent reports indicate that approximately 3,500 individuals have crossed from Gaza into Egypt through the Rafah crossing. Simultaneously, Hazem Qassem, a spokesperson for Hamas, warned of impending famine conditions due to the prolonged blockade, which has obstructed food supplies for ten consecutive days and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis.
In an alarming humanitarian update, UNICEF highlighted the severe water shortage in Gaza, with only one out of ten individuals having access to safe drinking water. Official Rosalia Poulin noted that although access had briefly returned for 600,000 people in November 2024, it was subsequently cut off again. Furthermore, the Gaza Ministry of Health reported 36 casualties and 14 injuries within the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll to 48,503 and injuries to 111,927 since October 7, 2023.
The situation in Gaza remains critical as Egypt condemns Israel’s actions, urging international intervention to halt violations of humanitarian law. President Al-Sisi’s commitment to the Palestinian cause underscores the urgency for a peaceful resolution. Meanwhile, the ongoing blockade exacerbates the humanitarian crisis, with alarming reports of famine-like conditions and severe water shortages affecting the population. Efforts must be intensified to alleviate these dire circumstances and support those in need.
Original Source: www.dailynewsegypt.com
