The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) warned Thursday of “catastrophic” environmental and health risks in the Gaza Strip amid an accumulation of waste in populated areas in the battered enclave.
“As of 9 June, over 330,000 tons of waste have accumulated in or near populated areas across Gaza, posing catastrophic environmental and health risks,” UNRWA said in a statement.
“Children rummage through trash daily.”
The UN agency renewed its call for a cease-fire in the Palestinian enclave.
“Unimpeded humanitarian access and cease-fire now are crucial to restore humane living conditions,” it added.
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