UN: Zikim crossing to reopen for humanitarian cargo but procedures will slow aid; telecom outage threatens operations The UN said Israel will reopen the Zikim crossing to northern Gaza for humanitarian cargo but initial procedures requiring offloading and reloading on separate days will slow deliveries; a fiber‑optic outage near Erez risks an internet blackout that could hamper relief operations.

The UN warns that while the Zikim crossing will reopen for aid, cumbersome procedures and a telecom outage could severely hinder humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

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UN says aid into Gaza constrained as crossings, equipment and safety guarantees remain blocked UN spokesperson Stephanie said aid offloaded at the Zikim crossing has not yet been driven into Gaza, citing slow procedures, blocked equipment (including medical‑waste machinery) and the need for additional crossing openings and safety guarantees for humanitarian convoys.

Aid meant for Gaza is stuck at the Zikim crossing, creating a health crisis as vital equipment remains blocked.

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