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oPt: UNRWA Situation Report #226 on the Humanitarian Crisis in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem [EN/AR]
By UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East at ReliefWeb
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
. All information updated for 10 -16 June 2026 [1] Days 976 - 982 since the start of the war in the Gaza Strip Highlights The Gaza Strip UNRWA continues to participate in the pest-control campaign led by the WASH Cluster, aiming to prevent the spread of diseases and improve the living conditions for
Key takeaway In total, 351 campaigns to control the spread of disease-carrying animals and pests will be completed this week across all areas, with UNRWA directly implementing 270 campaigns and jointly implementing 81.
Why this matters
The situation in the Gaza Strip and West Bank, including East Jerusalem, remains dire, with severe overcrowding and deteriorating public health conditions exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. UNRWA's participation in the pest-control campaign is crucial in preventing the spread of diseases, but the organization's efforts are hindered by severe shortages of essential supplies, such as engine oil, tyres, and spare parts. The drastic drop in water production, down to 40 percent of pre-October 2023 levels, has left over 70 percent of the population reliant on truck deliveries for drinking water. This critical intervention is underfunded, raising concerns about the ability to maintain current distribution levels, particularly during the summer months when demand is expected to increase. The insufficient funding for water distribution underscores the need for sustained support from donors to ensure the continuation of life-saving humanitarian operations in the region.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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