Gaza Civil Defense warns of halting operations in the Strip due to fuel shortages

The Civil Defense in the Gaza Strip warned that all of its vehicles operating in humanitarian operations in the Gaza Strip governorates have been halted due to fuel shortages.

The Civil Defense said in a statement on Saturday, "We are addressing the United Nations, its office in charge of OCHA, and international humanitarian organizations, stating that our crews will be unable to reach the affected areas and deal with them until the end of this month unless the necessary fuel and spare parts for repairs are delivered to ensure the continuation of our service operations."

He pointed out that the high rate of accidents, particularly fires, whether resulting from Israeli bombardment or from citizens' use of cooking gas alternatives, has created a burden and increased fuel consumption amid soaring temperatures.

Civil Defense confirmed that the occupation authorities continue to refuse to allow the entry of spare parts needed to repair Civil Defense vehicles, noting that this has placed them under multiple crises.

He stressed the need for urgent intervention to pressure the Israeli occupation authorities to allow the entry of fuel and vehicle repair parts to continue the humanitarian intervention.

He continued, "We hold the international community accountable for its responsibilities in the Gaza Strip and its role towards civilians during wars, in accordance with humanitarian law and international protocol."