Country: occupied Palestinian territory Source: United Nations Population Fund Please refer to the attached file. In the first quarter of 2026, the humanitarian situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories has deteriorated significantly due to persistent violence and access constraints. Gaza faces critical public health risks, severe supply shortages, and worsening shelter conditions, while the West Bank is experiencing record levels of displacement and settler violence. This environment has triggered a protection crisis characterized by rising gender-based violence and a severe mental health emergency affecting children and caregivers across the region. In response, UNFPA expanded life-saving support across the Occupied Palestinian Territories by renovating, establishing and reopening service delivery points for sexual and reproductive health (SRH), gender-based violence (GBV), and youth services. UNFPA also delivered essential supplies to health facilities and GBV service providers. Collectively, these efforts enabled an estimated 287,000 women, girls and youth to access critical, life-saving services and protection. As part of the 2026 Occupied Palestinian Territory Flash Appeal, UNFPA is requesting US$110 million for its operational response to address ongoing humanitarian needs and support early recovery priorities. As of April 2026, UNFPA has received $12 million. An additional $98 million is urgently needed to support UNFPA’s operational response through December 2026.
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