On Friday, the European Commission announced the allocation of 68 million euros to provide humanitarian aid to the Palestinians in Gaza and the region.

This came in a statement published by the European Commission on its website. The statement stated, "In light of the continuing deterioration of the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the steady rise in needs on the ground, UNHCR is working to increase its funding to support Palestinians affected by the ongoing war."

The statement explained that "the European Union has allocated an additional amount of 68 million euros in the form of humanitarian aid, which will be directed through partner organizations that help Palestinians in Gaza and throughout the region."

The Commission noted that the new support from the European Union aims to "increase much-needed food aid and support nutrition, health, water, sanitation and shelter."