Gaza (QNN)- The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) has called on Egypt to authorize an overland humanitarian convoy to Gaza.
The request comes as Israel bans humanitarian aid organizations and tightens restrictions on access to the besieged enclave.
Gaza is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis amid harsh winter conditions. Food, medicine, shelter materials, and basic supplies remain critically scarce.
The coalition said Israeli ongoing restrictions and strikes continue to deepen civilian suffering.
In a formal request to the Egyptian government, GSF asked for permission to move an aid convoy through Egyptian territory.
The convoy would enter Egypt via the Libya–Egypt border crossing.
It would then travel across Egypt and proceed to the Rafah border crossing.
The crossing was supposed to reopen under Trump's ceasefire arrangements made last year.
However, Israel continues to keep it closed to sustained and reliable aid delivery.
United Nations agencies and relief partners have repeatedly urged the lifting of all restrictions on aid entering Gaza.
They warned that continued delays risk further loss of life.
GSF cited international humanitarian law and provisional measures issued by the International Court of Justice.
The convoy aims to deliver life-saving supplies. These include food, medicines, blankets, and other essential items.
GSF said the mission seeks to respond immediately to the emergency on the ground.
The request follows GSF’s announcement of a planned Spring flotilla mission.
That mission is expected to bring together more than 3,000 humanitarians from around the world.
Its goals include challenging Israel’s siege on Gaza and supporting reconstruction.
GSF said current sea conditions prevent an earlier maritime mission.
“Sea conditions limit our ability to move sooner by water, but the needs are immediate,” said GSF Steering Committee member Marouan Ben Guettaia.
“This convoy represents a way to act now.”
