The Rachman Review
The trauma of life and death in Gaza
Oct 24, 2024
Sigrid Kaag, the UN's Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza and a former Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands, shares insights on the dire humanitarian crisis in the region. She discusses the urgent need for aid amid devastating living conditions and the complex political landscape. The conversation highlights the psychological trauma affecting children and the vital role of education and mental health services. Despite the overwhelming struggles, Kaag emphasizes the resilience of the Palestinian people and the necessity of maintaining hope for a better future.
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- The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is exacerbated by the destruction of 60 to 80 percent of civilian infrastructure, deeply affecting the population's health and living conditions.
- Efforts for recovery must address both immediate humanitarian aid and long-term political solutions, including a viable two-state approach and psychological support for trauma.
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Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
The current humanitarian situation in Gaza has been described as dystopian and inhumane, with a significant portion of the population living under dire conditions. Many families have lost their homes, forced to reside in makeshift shelters or tents, and even those whose homes partially remain intact have lost loved ones. The health of the population is deteriorating rapidly, with widespread skin diseases and malnutrition among children. It is estimated that 60 to 80 percent of civilian infrastructure is either destroyed or damaged beyond use, leading to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis in the region.
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