The United Nations has condemned the escalating violence in Gaza and warned of a collapsing humanitarian aid system. The UN’s humanitarian coordinator in Gaza, Georgios Petropoulos, reported that the Israeli military’s ‘humanitarian zone’ system has completely broken down, severely impeding the delivery of essential aid. The zones, intended to provide safe passage for humanitarian efforts, have been inadequately protected from Israeli attacks and lack the capacity to meet growing aid needs. Several humanitarian organizations combating the escalating hunger crisis in Gaza have faced the closure of bank accounts and financial transactions since October 7th, with no explanation provided for these restrictions. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite warnings, has continued to avoid addressing the situation, resorting to a policy of silence. International condemnation of the situation in Gaza has been strong, with the British Foreign Office expressing deep concern over Israel’s tactics and urging restraint and adherence to international law. The Norwegian Minister for International Development condemned the Israeli attack on a World Food Program aid convoy in Gaza, describing the attack as completely unacceptable. Turkey’s Foreign Minister has denounced the Israeli bombing of hospitals, mosques, churches, and schools in Gaza, branding the actions as part of a ‘genocide’.