Since Saturday 7th October, a devastating humanitarian crisis in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory has developed. With over 1,200 killed in Israel and Gaza, with hundreds more injured due to the escalating conflict there are concerning reports of hostages being taken, while the UN says more than 120,000 Gazans have been displaced from their homes.

Staff and volunteers from Magen David Adom (MDA), Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have been working round the clock to respond to urgent needs, including treating casualties. The ICRC are ready to provide further humanitarian assistance as required on both sides.

The situation is desperate. The best and quickest way to help support those affected is to donate to our appeal. Donations will go towards helping people on the ground that need our support.

Please give today if you can.

Have you been affected by this emergency?

If you are in the UK and are impacted by this emergency, we have compiled some helpful resources for you: https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/resources-for-people-affected-by-emergencies

Please note:

The Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territory Appeal will support people in areas currently affected and those potentially affected in the future by the crisis. In the unlikely event that we raise more money than can be reasonably and efficiently spent, any surplus funds will be used to help us prepare for and respond to other humanitarian disasters anywhere in the world. For more information visit https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/disaster-fund.