UN cautions that Israeli expansion in Gaza heightens civilian danger and hampers aid

The United Nations warned Wednesday that Israel’s ongoing expansion of controlled zones in Gaza is raising civilian risks and further constraining humanitarian efforts, according to Anadolu.

Speaking at a daily briefing, UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said humanitarian partners are calling for stronger protection of civilians, including along the so‑called “yellow line.”

He noted that the Humanitarian Country Team – comprising UN agencies and NGOs operating in the occupied Palestinian territories – reports that Israel’s territorial expansion since the October ceasefire has intensified threats to civilians and limited aid delivery.

Dujarric added that the UN human‑rights office has confirmed 196 Palestinian deaths, including 18 women and 43 children, in Israeli attacks near areas where Israeli forces have been deployed between Oct. 10 and April.

“Many people were reportedly killed while moving through areas lacking clear demarcation on the ground,” he said, noting that Palestinians are increasingly confined to smaller, insecure zones with limited access to basic services.

He also reported that roughly 360 Palestinians have been displaced and more than 150 structures have been demolished in East Jerusalem since the start of 2026.

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