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IDF: More than 2 million tons of food, a 72% decrease in prices, and an increase of more than 50% in the number of hospital beds: The scope of the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip since the beginning of the ceasefire Since the beginning of the ceasefire in October 2025, the IDF has continued to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid and goods into the Gaza Strip, in coordination with the UN and international organizations. Scope of Assistance: Food: More than 2 million tons of food have entered the Gaza Strip since the beginning of the ceasefire. A wide variety of food has entered, including meat, poultry, eggs, cheese, fruits, and vegetables. - Since the beginning of the ceasefire, food prices have decreased by approximately 72%. - Approximately 600 trucks enter the Gaza Strip every day, with 70–80% of the trucks carrying food. - Today, 41 bakeries operated by international organizations are operating in the Gaza Strip, producing more than 3 million pita breads per day, alongside dozens of local bakeries. Water: - More than 70,000 cubic meters of water are supplied to the Gaza Strip on average every day – more than 60 liters per person per day. - Approximately 250 water trucks operate every day, with approximately 2,800 distribution points throughout the Gaza Strip. - More than 78,000 tons of hygiene and sanitation equipment have entered the Gaza Strip, alongside waste removal equipment and water purification tablets. - Four water pipelines are currently operational in the Gaza Strip – Three of them transport water from Israel – in addition to desalination facilities, including two major desalination plants, one of which (in Khan Yunis) is connected to the “Kela” power line from Israel, as well as dozens of water wells throughout the Gaza Strip. Medical: - More than 21,000 tons of medical equipment have entered the Gaza Strip since the beginning of the ceasefire. - The number of hospital beds has increased by more than 50%. - In coordination with international organizations, advanced medical equipment has also entered the Gaza Strip, including X-ray machines, generators, and oxygen tanks. - In northern Gaza, 8 permanent hospitals, 4 field hospitals, and 4 medical centers are currently operating. - In southern Gaza, 2 permanent hospitals and 8 field hospitals are currently operating. The volume of aid entering the Gaza Strip significantly exceeds the humanitarian needs as defined by UN agencies, international organizations, and assessments conducted throughout the war. At the same time, Hamas remains the primary obstacle to further improving the situation in the Gaza Strip. The organization interferes with humanitarian operations, exploits civilian infrastructure, influences distribution mechanisms, and continues repeated attempts to smuggle prohibited items under the guise of humanitarian aid. Israel will continue working together with its international partners to improve the humanitarian response, while preventing Hamas from exploiting it at the expense of Gazan civilians.