In a statement posted on X, WFP said that despite the organization’s commitment to providing aid, evacuation orders are hindering relief efforts where needs are rapidly increasing and a ceasefire is needed.

Speaking at the opening session of the 57th Human Rights Council in Geneva on Monday, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk highlighted the dire situation in Gaza, stressing the urgent need to end the conflict.

🔴11 months of war in #Gaza

And 2.2 million people are still in urgent need of food & livelihood assistance.

Despite @WFP’s commitment to deliver aid, evacuation orders are hindering our efforts, and needs are on the rise.

A ceasefire is needed! pic.twitter.com/uHJAPFnchd

— WFP in the Middle East & North Africa (@WFP_MENA) September 9, 2024

"Palestinians struggle to survive each day, as nearly 1.9 million people have been forcibly displaced across the strip, many multiple times," Türk said.

He stressed that ending the war in Gaza is an "absolute, urgent priority" to prevent further human suffering and displacement.