Closure of Crossings for Humanitarian Aid Distribution
In line with the agreement reached with the US, Egypt, and the UN, Kerem Shalom and Nitzana crossings will be closed on Saturdays. This closure is intended to facilitate the UN’s distribution of goods on the Gazan side of Kerem Shalom and the reception on the Egyptian side of Rafah.
Aid Trucks Entering Gaza
97 aid trucks entered Gaza via various other routes:
- Jordanian Route: 84 trucks were coordinated via the Jordanian Route (May 18).
- JLOTS (Joint Logistics Over the Shore): On Friday (May 17), after weeks of preparations, the first 300 pallets of humanitarian aid (in 13 trucks) were transferred into Gaza through the temporary floating pier.
Coordination Success Rates
During the coordination efforts on May 18, out of 33 general coordination requests, 27 (82%) were approved. Additionally, out of 9 coordination requests to northern Gaza, 6 were approved, and all 8 UN coordination requests (100%) were approved. Since January 1, 2024, 87% of all coordination requests have been approved.
Field Hospitals and Bakeries Update
Currently, there are 8 operational field hospitals (as of May 18). Alongside this, 26 bakeries are operational in Gaza, collectively providing close to 5 million breads, rolls, and pita breads daily.
Evacuations and Water Supply
So far, a total of 3,272 injured and sick individuals, as well as 725 escorts, have been evacuated from the strip. The northern water pipeline from Israel and the Bani Suheila line are now fully operational.
IDF Ceasefire for Humanitarian Aid
Today, (May 19) between 10:00 and 14:00, the IDF will pause operations in the El Amal neighborhood in Khan Yunis to enable the movement of humanitarian aid.
