The UN Security Council is raising alarms over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where a month-long blockade has severely restricted aid deliveries, pushing the region towards a potential child malnutrition catastrophe. Renewed hostilities between Israel and Hamas have escalated since March 18, 2025, following the collapse of a ceasefire agreement, further exacerbating the crisis.
Israel has resumed widespread airstrikes in Gaza, with over 300 recorded in March alone, marking a tenfold increase compared to February. Israeli troops have expanded the buffer zone and are advancing towards Rafah. Hamas has responded with rocket fire, intensifying the conflict. Over 950 Palestinians have died in March due to Israeli operations.
Amidst the ongoing conflict, humanitarian efforts have been severely hampered. The UN warns that the continuous blockade is preventing essential supplies from reaching those in need, particularly children, who are increasingly vulnerable to malnutrition. Talks between involved parties are ongoing but have stalled, leaving little hope for an immediate resolution to the aid crisis.
The UN Security Council is scheduled to hold its quarterly open debate on the situation in April, where the deteriorating humanitarian conditions and the urgent need for aid access are expected to be central topics. The international community is facing mounting pressure to find a solution that ensures the delivery of life-saving assistance to Gaza’s population and prevents a further escalation of the humanitarian crisis.