The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has warned of a deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza where food and drinking water are increasingly scarce for thousands of families, Al Jazeera reports.

“Food and clean water are in short supply in the Gaza Strip due to the blockade and the denial of aid for nearly six weeks,” UNRWA said.

It emphasised the need for urgent humanitarian assistance is essential to address the burgeoning needs of the population.