ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for an urgent surge in humanitarian assistance to Gaza, voicing alarm over the deteriorating conditions faced by displaced Palestinians as torrential rain floods thousands of makeshift shelters across the territory.
The prime minister described images of rain-soaked tents, displaced children left without cover and families enduring extreme cold and hunger as deeply distressing, according to a statement issued from Islamabad.
Sharif Condemns Ceasefire Violations
Sharif strongly condemned Israel’s continued aggression against Palestinians, repeated ceasefire violations and breaches of international law, saying the Palestinian population was being systematically deprived of essential humanitarian assistance.
He directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to utilise all available diplomatic channels to secure an immediate increase in the delivery of relief supplies to Gaza.
Flooding Displaces Hundreds of Thousands
Heavy rainfall has reportedly inundated around 70,000 tents across Gaza, affecting approximately 350,000 displaced Palestinians, many of whom now lack any viable shelter.
Hamas attributed the worsening crisis to Israel’s blockade, saying restrictions on humanitarian supplies have further aggravated conditions on the ground. The group said displaced families urgently require safe shelters rather than temporary tents, and accused Israel of obstructing the entry of emergency shelters, heating equipment and materials needed to repair damaged structures.
Hamas further stated that Gaza requires roughly 300,000 tents and urged mediators and guarantor countries to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian assistance to the territory.
Mounting International Pressure
The appeal from Pakistan’s premier adds to growing international calls for expanded aid access as winter conditions compound an already severe humanitarian emergency for Gaza’s displaced population.
