Gaza now worse than hell on earth, humanitarian chief tells BBC
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A recent BBC interview has shone a new light on the dire situation in Gaza, with a humanitarian chief calling the region worse than hell on earth.
The official, who chose to remain anonymous, expressed concern that the area was descending into a situation worse than the 2014 war, with no sign of a diplomatic solution.
The interview highlights a growing crisis in the Gaza Strip, with hospitals overflowing and many essential services, including electricity and clean water, in short supply.
Context
The comments come ahead of an expected announcement from the United Nations, who are set to declare a state of emergency in Gaza.
The ongoing conflict has caused a humanitarian crisis, with thousands of civilians injured in recent attacks. The strip's fragile infrastructure has been devastated, with little hope of a peaceful resolution anytime soon.
Comments
The situation in Gaza is very complicated, with Israeli officials citing security concerns and a culture of terrorism, while Palestinian officials cite ethnic cleansing and a denial of their right to national self-determination.
All involved nations and factions need to come to the table and find a way to end the violence and start working towards a lasting peace.
Conclusion
This is a developing story and the situation in Gaza is changing rapidly. BBC News will bring you the latest developments as they happen.
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