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Palestinian unity statement

Islamic Relief Worldwide

Islamic Relief welcomes the Palestinian unity agreement and as part of a wider coalition of international agencies will support the reconciliation process. We remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Palestine and hope to see improvements for Palestinians, both inside the OPT and beyond. Palestinians clearly require freedom of movement and stability in order to earn livelihoods, access education and health services and to enjoy basic family relations. Islamic Relief welcomes the opening of the Rafah crossing. While the exact terms of the permanent opening remain unclear, its opening will allow Palestinians greater freedom of movement and enable much needed access to humanitarian aid, specifically to seek medical attention outside of Gaza.