Gaza
Causes:
Humanitarian crisis and civilian protection
Understand
Gaza is facing an extreme humanitarian crisis driven by large-scale violence, mass displacement, and severe disruption of essential services. Many people have limited access to safe shelter, food, clean water, medical care, and sanitation.
Humanitarian organizations continue to respond under difficult conditions, with urgent needs for civilian protection and sustained delivery of aid.
Sources:
- UN OCHA - Occupied Palestinian Territory
- UNRWA
- World Health Organization (WHO) - oPt
- ICRC - Israel and the occupied territories
- ReliefWeb - oPt
Accountability
Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime minister with ultimate authority over military strategy, blockade policy, and continuation of the war. (ICC arrest warrant issued)
Yoav Gallant
Defense minister responsible for directing military operations and rules of engagement affecting civilians. (ICC arrest warrant issued)
Herzi Halevi
Chief of the General Staff overseeing execution of Israeli military operations in Gaza.
Yahya Sinwar (†)
De facto Hamas leader in Gaza and primary architect of the October 7 attack that triggered the current war.
Mohammed Deif (†)
Longtime head of Hamas’s military wing, responsible for planning and directing large-scale attacks over decades. (ICC arrest warrant issued)
Ismail Haniyeh (†)
Former political leader central to Hamas’s international strategy, funding, and long-term governance decisions.
Khalil al-Hayya
Senior Hamas political figure involved in post–October 7 decision making, negotiations, and continuation of armed conflict.
Take action
Donate (direct support)
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- UNRWA - emergency relief, shelter support, and essential services.
- Palestine Red Crescent Society - emergency medical response and ambulance services.
- Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - emergency medical care and hospital support.
- Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) - medical support and health programs.
Advocate (petitions and civic pressure)
- Amnesty International - Get involved - human rights actions and campaigns.
- UNRWA - Take action - ways to support UNRWA’s work.
Show up (protests and solidarity)
Public demonstrations may be restricted or unsafe depending on location. International solidarity actions often include peaceful protests, fundraising, and contacting elected representatives.