GENEVA, 17 Oct. - (ANA) - The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has warned that basic goods entering Gaza are becoming unaffordable due to the devastation of the enclave’s farmlands after Israel’s two-year campaign of destruction.

 

“A kilo of tomatoes that once cost 60¢ now costs $15 – if found at all,” the agency said on X. “Families who once lived from their land now have no income.”

 

According to UNRWA teams on the ground, most of the trucks entering Gaza since the ceasefire began a week ago are carrying commercial goods rather than humanitarian aid- leaving many families unable to afford or access the fresh food they urgently need.

 

"Until Gaza’s agricultural sector can be rebuilt, there must be an unrestricted flow of aid," UNRWA added.   - (ANA) -

 

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