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UNFPA Warns Gaza Security Measures Increased Violence Against Women

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC · How we work

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UNFPA says Israel’s post-Oct 7 security measures have increased gender-based violence against Palestinian women in Gaza.
A UNFPA survey of 230 displaced women (Dec 2025-Jan 2026) found rising gender-based violence from family, community, security and aid staff.
Israel’s evacuation orders and aid blockage forced Palestinians into overcrowded camps lacking doors, lighting and single-sex facilities.
Women reported IDF soldiers harassing and touching them at checkpoints and in camp restrooms.

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UNFPA says Israel’s post-Oct 7 security measures have increased gender-based violence against Palestinian women in Gaza.
A UNFPA survey of 230 displaced women (Dec 2025-Jan 2026) found rising gender-based violence from family, community, security and aid staff.
Israel’s evacuation orders and aid blockage forced Palestinians into overcrowded camps lacking doors, lighting and single-sex facilities.
Women reported IDF soldiers harassing and touching them at checkpoints and in camp restrooms.