Gaza Faces Fuel, Food Crisis After Border Closures

0:00On March 2, Gaza faces a critical shortage of fuel and basic food supplies after Israel shut all border crossings into the territory. Officials warn stocks could run out in just a few days, putting essential services at risk amid the ongoing conflict. Israel closed the crossings on Saturday following joint air strikes with the United States on Iran. The military says operations are unsafe during wartime and has not given a timeline for reopening. All aid groups highlight Gaza's total reliance on truck deliveries from Israel and Egypt for fuel, which powers hospitals, water systems, and sanitation. Most residents are displaced from the two-year war with Hamas, leaving them vulnerable to any disruptions. United Nations workers estimate fuel might last only two or three days, while Palestinian leaders predict three or four days before essentials like, flower and vegetables dwindle. People's aid coordination unit insists food stocks are sufficient for now. Meanwhile, the closures revive fears of famine after last year's aid blockades with displaced

1:03families questioning why regional tensions between Israel, Iran, and the United States should worsen their plight. As talks continue on a truce to boost aid and rebuild, the situation remains tense.