Gaza residents concerned about Israel's ban on UNRWA

Residents of the Gaza Strip are voicing concerns after Israel’s parliament passed legislation on Monday banning the UN agency for Palestinian refugees from operating in the country.

The decision could seriously hinder UNRWA’s humanitarian aid activities in the enclave. UNRWA officials said many people have contracted infectious diseases due to worsening hygiene. They said demand for medicine is growing, but deliveries have been delayed. The officials also said more than 50 types of medication could run out as early as this month.