"The ongoing hostility not only represents a massive humanitarian crisis in terms of loss of life and basic human needs, but also represents a social and economic crisis that has caused significant damage to jobs and businesses, with echoes that will be felt for years to come," added Ruba."

Ruba said that the population in Gaza must be given full, fast, secure, and unhindered access to humanitarian assistance. "We are tirelessly working with the government, working partners and entrepreneurs, other UN bodies, and humanitarian actors to provide immediate assistance to the affected workers and businesses," she said.

More than 80 percent of the population live below the poverty line, according to the United Nations. They lack food, water, and medical supplies since Israel tightened the blockade and began bombing the area. After Hamas' attack on October 7 against Israel, which officials say killed at least 1,405 people, the majority of whom were civilians. In contrast, there are now 10,022 Palestinian citizens who have been killed in Israeli bombings.