RAFIF ESLEEM

Gaza- Israel has been attacking the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, targeting civilians, healthcare workers and women, who play an active role in aid efforts. Hala Ashur has been volunteering with many organizations such as the Save Youth Future Society, the Palestine Red Crescent Society for about 17 years. Since the beginning of Israeli attacks on Gaza, she has helped people. “The situation is difficult for me, like everyone else,” she told NuJINHA.

‘Children have been dying of starvation’

Israel continues to block humanitarian aid from entering Gaza, she said. “The people need food, fuel and medical supplies. The Palestinian people were poor even before the attacks. We especially prioritize old people and those who are unable to work. Displaced people struggle to survive due to the lack of food. Children have been dying of starvation.”

Urgent need for hygienic supplies

All people, especially children, need urgent help and aid, Hala Ashur stressed. “The women playing an active role in aid efforts face a deteriorating situation. We face difficulties in transferring humanitarian aid from distant places. In addition to food, fuel and medical supplies, women and girls need urgent hygienic supplies. They need humanitarian relief kits containing sanitary pads, underwear and soap.”