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Rain and Cold Compound Gaza’s Misery

by Anera

Nov 17, 2023

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With cold weather and rain storms predicted for this weekend, the suffering in Gaza will reach new levels of terrible. The war, likely to soon be the bloodiest in the 75-year Israeli-Palestinian conflict, has brought unprecedented challenges over the past 42 days. The arrival of the rainy season now compounds the misery displaced families are…

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Local Power, Global Impact: Inside Anera’s Swift Response in Gaza

Nov 15, 2023

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The continuing war in Gaza that started on October 7, and its resulting humanitarian catastrophe, has escalated faster and more intensely than anyone could have anticipated. Anera’s staff had to spring into quick action and I am so very proud of what we have been able to do, despite the overwhelming challenges. First and foremost,…

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Joint open letter on transfer of 155mm artillery shells to Israel

by Anera

Nov 13, 2023

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Dear Secretary Austin, We, the undersigned humanitarian, national security, human rights, faith-based, civilian protection, and grassroots organizations, write to express our alarm regarding the possible transfer of 155mm artillery shells to support Israel’s ground operations in the Gaza Strip. We urge you to refrain from granting the government of Israel access to the U.S.-origin 155mm…

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A Report from Shifa Hospital in Gaza

by Anera

Nov 11, 2023

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Anera’s health team in Gaza today received these audio recordings from a doctor inside of Shifa Hospital, the largest hospital in Gaza. Today they bombarded the main ICU of Shifa Hospital…shooting and bombardment everywhere. You hear it at every second here around the hospital. No one can get out of the hospital or come in….

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Gaza’s Water Crisis Puts Thousands at Risk of Preventable Death

by Anera

Nov 8, 2023

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The water situation in Gaza is catastrophic. Even before the war, Gaza had virtually no potable water. The population relied on a polluted and rapidly depleting aquifer, as well as a limited number of desalination plants that fell far short of meeting local needs. This has led to the alarming statistic that 97% of Gaza’s…

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5 Facts About the Humanitarian Situation in Gaza

by Anera

Nov 6, 2023

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The war in Gaza has brought immense suffering to the people of the Palestinian territory. The conflict has created a dire humanitarian crisis, with over 1.4 million individuals displaced, essential services crippled or completely stopped, basic necessities scarce, and food dwindling as many families eat small meals once a day or less. Here are five crucial facts about the ongoing humanitarian situation in Gaza.

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Olives Won’t Be Pressed This Year

by Anera

Nov 2, 2023

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The Impact of the War on Olive Farmers In the picturesque landscapes of Palestine and Lebanon, the olive tree has long been a symbol of peace, hope, and sustenance. For generations, farmers in these regions have depended on the cultivation of olives and the production of olive oil for their livelihoods. However, this year, most…

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Statement on Telecommunications Blackout in Gaza

by Anera

Oct 27, 2023

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We have lost all communication with our Anera Gaza staff members. Most with connections in Gaza have lost complete contact with loved ones and colleagues, as destruction has impacted landline, cellular and internet services. As of this morning, our staff were all accounted for, but this is no longer a guarantee.

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Anera’s Staff in Gaza Are Heroic

by Anera

Oct 27, 2023

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All of our Gaza staff and their families are among the displaced. They, like everyone in Gaza, are facing violence, stresses and scenarios that are unimaginable to most of us. They are also true heroes.

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War in Gaza

by Anera

Oct 27, 2023

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In Gaza, there is a humanitarian catastrophe unfolding before the world’s eyes.

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