The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has warned that it may have to halt its operations in Gaza if no fuel is delivered soon. The agency, which runs the largest humanitarian operation in Gaza, is on the verge of running out of vital fuel supplies. Without fuel, the agency said it would no longer be able to operate desalination stations, provide hospital services, or deliver food supplies, essentially severing its humanitarian services in Gaza. Several countries have called for "humanitarian pauses" in the ongoing conflict to allow for more aid to reach those in need.

Efforts to get aid into Gaza have been hindered by the presence of Hamas militants at the Rafah border crossing. These militants have been preventing people from approaching the crossing, making the situation extremely difficult, according to the US State Department. Talks are underway to secure the release of hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza, with Qatar playing a role in the negotiations. Four hostages, including two Americans and two Israelis, have been freed so far. It is estimated that there are 135 hostages with foreign passports from 25 countries being held in the Gaza Strip.

In the midst of this crisis, Israeli attacks have resulted in the deaths of thousands of people in Gaza, while Hamas's attack on Israel has claimed the lives of over a thousand people. The UN Security Council has failed to adopt a unified position on the conflict, with vetoed resolutions from both Russia and the United States. The situation in Gaza remains dire as time runs out for the delivery of crucial aid and fuel supplies.