It is Israel’s responsibility — as the occupying power in the Gaza Strip — to restore public order and safety in Gaza so aid can be delivered, the UN spokesperson Farhan Haq said according to Al Jazeera.

“As the occupying power, it is incumbent upon the Israeli authorities to restore public order and safety as far as possible and facilitate safe humanitarian access so that assistance reaches civilians in need,” Haq said.

The risk of crime has “effectively prevented humanitarian access” to critical areas, including Karem Abu Salem (Kerem Shalom), he also said.