UN WFP Suspends Gaza Operations After Bullet Strike Incident

The UN World Food Programme halted staff movement in Gaza after bullets hit its vehicle near an Israeli checkpoint. Despite obtaining the necessary clearances, the attack marks the first direct hit on a WFP vehicle during the conflict. Aid operations face severe challenges amid ongoing hostilities.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) halted its operations in Gaza temporarily after a vehicle was struck by bullets near an Israeli military checkpoint. Despite having the required clearances, a clearly marked WFP vehicle was hit by at least ten bullets. No injuries were reported in the incident.

The Israeli military has yet to provide comments regarding the matter. WFP acknowledged that although similar security concerns have been raised, this incident is the first where their vehicle has been directly attacked near a checkpoint.

The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs emphasized that aid activities in Gaza are severely restricted due to ongoing hostility and logistical challenges. The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to discuss the situation, noting an urgent need for a polio vaccination campaign in Gaza.

(With inputs from agencies.)