The power of a Gaza truce is under strain as Israel is preparing to take action against Islamic Jihad militants in the strip. Tension has been mounting after last week’s announcement by President Donald Trump that he was putting into question financial aid to both the Palestinian Authority and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). This has left Palestinians feeling helpless, especially those who have been displaced. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has been going on for decades. The current situation is an example of how fragile peace can be in this region. It also shows that international aid organizations like UNRWA are essential for keeping refugees from becoming homeless again because they provide food, shelter, education, healthcare services, etc.. Trump’s threat to cut off funding could lead to disastrous consequences. The humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians is severe enough without adding more problems caused by President Trump’s actions. The Palestinian Authority depends on foreign aid; therefore, cutting it off will affect its ability to provide basic needs for those who depend on them. The most vulnerable group in society – children – suffer the worst effects when there aren’t sufficient resources available. The international community must act swiftly before things get out of control again like they did during Operation Cast Lead back in 2008/09 when Israel launched a military campaign against Hamas militants resulting in thousands of civilian casualties including many children due to indiscriminate bombing raids on densely populated areas.?

The power of a Gaza truce is under strain as Israel is preparing to take action against Islamic Jihad militants in the strip. Tension has been mounting after last week’s announcement by President Donald Trump that he was putting into question financial aid to both the Palestinian Authority and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). This has left Palestinians feeling helpless, especially those who have been displaced. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has been going on for decades. The current situation is an example of how fragile peace can be in this region. It also shows that international aid organizations like UNRWA are essential for keeping refugees from becoming homeless again because they provide food, shelter, education, healthcare services, etc.. Trump’s threat to cut off funding could lead to disastrous consequences. The humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians is severe enough without adding more problems caused by President Trump’s actions. The Palestinian Authority depends on foreign aid; therefore, cutting it off will affect its ability to provide basic needs for those who depend on them. The most vulnerable group in society – children – suffer the worst effects when there aren’t sufficient resources available. The international community must act swiftly before things get out of control again like they did during Operation Cast Lead back in 2008/09 when Israel launched a military campaign against Hamas militants resulting in thousands of civilian casualties including many children due to indiscriminate bombing raids on densely populated areas.?