The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced that an average of 560 tonnes of food aid has entered Gaza every day since the start of the temporary ceasefire. While this is an important step in easing the humanitarian crisis, the agency has warned that the amount of aid is still not enough to meet the needs of the population.

Food deliveries increase under ceasefire

According to WFP officials, the current daily food deliveries are higher than during active fighting, allowing aid agencies to reach more people. The supplies include flour, rice, cooking oil, canned food, and other essential items.

“Thanks to the ceasefire, we’ve been able to get more food in,” a WFP spokesperson said. “But the situation remains critical, and we need to scale up quickly to avoid widespread hunger.”

The aid deliveries are part of a joint effort involving the United Nations, humanitarian organizations, and neighboring countries. The supplies are entering Gaza through designated crossing points, where they are inspected and then distributed to families in need.

Humanitarian needs remain high

Despite the increase in food shipments, WFP has warned that current supplies are far below the required levels to support Gaza’s population. Many communities are still facing severe shortages, especially in the northern parts of the territory, where access remains limited.

“People are lining up for hours for a small amount of food,” the spokesperson said. “We are doing everything we can, but the demand is overwhelming.”

The agency estimates that hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza are currently food insecure and require immediate assistance. Many families have been displaced by months of conflict, leaving them without stable access to food, clean water, or shelter.

Aid groups call for more access

Humanitarian groups have urged all parties to the conflict to extend and respect the ceasefire so that more aid can enter. They have also called for the opening of additional border crossings to speed up the delivery of supplies.

“More trucks, more routes, and more time are needed,” WFP officials stressed. “We must act fast to prevent a hunger crisis from deepening.”

The agency also highlighted the importance of protecting humanitarian workers and ensuring that aid convoys can move safely throughout the territory.

International community responds

Several countries have pledged additional support to help increase aid deliveries. The United Nations has also appealed for more funding to sustain large-scale humanitarian operations in Gaza.

Officials say that if the ceasefire holds, it could allow for a more consistent flow of food, medicine, and other basic supplies to civilians.

A fragile but important lifeline

The current flow of 560 tonnes of food daily has provided a temporary lifeline for many families in Gaza. However, aid agencies stress that without a long-term solution and continued access, the risk of a worsening humanitarian crisis remains high.

“The food that’s coming in is helping, but it’s not enough,” the WFP spokesperson said. “People need more — and they need it now.”

The organization reiterated its call for sustained humanitarian corridors and international support to prevent further suffering in Gaza.