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18 February 2026<\/p>\n
Families across Gaza are marking the first day of Ramadan today in harsh conditions – in unsafe shelters or out in the open, and with limited access to essential goods and services.<\/p>\n
UN and partners working on food security have adjusted the distribution hours to better align with fasting hours during Ramadan. This is to reduce overcrowding, especially ahead of iftar. These measures are intended to ensure access for older persons, people with disabilities, and women who head their household.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, at the Rafah crossing, conditions for passengers remain inadequate.<\/p>\n
The UN and humanitarian partners have visited the re-opened crossing and have noted gaps in basic facilities, including limited availability of latrines and handwashing stations, raising concerns for hygiene at the collection points. People are experiencing prolonged waiting periods with insufficient seating and a lack of wheelchairs, often in areas with limited shade. The condition of the access road to and from Rafah is also of concern, particularly for patients being medically evacuated.<\/p>\n
The UN is engaging with relevant authorities to ensure that conditions are safe and dignified.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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