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February 5, 2026 Peace and security
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on Thursday that dozens of people were killed and injured in Gaza over the past 24 hours. Emergency services are unable to reach all the victims due to ongoing fighting and restrictions on movement.
Speaking at a briefing in New York, the UN spokesman recalled that all parties are obliged to comply with international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
Last night, UN humanitarian teams received another 25 people who returned to the Gaza Strip through the Rafah border crossing. As in previous days, UNDP staff took them to Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. OCHA and partner organizations continue to work in the reception area, where psychologists, medical professionals, and other humanitarian workers are providing support to the returnees.
Medical evacuation
Yesterday, the World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners organized a medical evacuation of eight patients and 17 accompanying persons from Gaza to Egypt via the Rafah Port. This morning, another evacuation was carried out – seven patients and 14 accompanying persons.
WHO representatives stated that the key priority remains ensuring increased humanitarian access to Gaza, accelerating the restoration of damaged medical facilities, and expanding critical services. These measures, the organization emphasized, are necessary to strengthen the healthcare system and reduce the need for evacuations.
The UN also reiterated its call for the immediate resumption of medical evacuations to the West Bank, including East Jerusalem. More than 18,500 patients in Gaza require specialized care that is unavailable within the Strip.
Rising Violence and Displacement in the West Bank
According to OCHA, high levels of forced displacement remain in the West Bank. Since the beginning of 2026, more than 900 Palestinians have fled their homes or communities, primarily due to settler violence, access restrictions, and demolitions.
In just two weeks – from January 20 to February 2 – OCHA documented more than 50 attacks by Israeli settlers resulting in casualties and damage to property.
Humanitarian teams are conducting preliminary damage assessments to determine the required level of assistance and adjust the response of the UN and partner organizations.
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