The Humanitarian Impact on Palestinians of Israeli Settlements and Other Infrastructure in the West Bank | July 2007

The report examines the humanitarian impact on Palestinians from the ongoing settlements in the West Bank and other Israeli infrastructure, such as the Barrier and the roads that accompany them. The analysis shows that more than 38% of the West Bank is now taken up by Israeli infrastructure. Roads linking settlements and other infrastructure to Israel – in conjunction with an extensive system of checkpoints and roadblocks – have fragmented the West Bank into a series of enclaves separating Palestinian communities from each other. The socio-economic impact has been profound.

East Jerusalem : The Humanitarian Impact of the West Bank Barrier | July 2007

This report examines the humanitarian, social and economic consequences of the Barrier on East Jerusalem. The construction of the Barrier, in conjunction with other restrictions, has meant that Palestinians living in the West Bank can no longer travel freely into East Jerusalem, the city that has been the religious,social and economic centre of their lives for centuries.

Protection of Civilians Weekly Report | 12 - 18 Nov 2008

This week saw the continued complete closure of Gaza crossings: a million and a half Gazans are without regular electricity and water access, bread bakeries have closed and a rationing system has been implemented. In the West Bank, the Israeli authorities demolished five structures; 15 Palestinians displaced. Also, at least 27 stop-work orders issued against Area C structures. Protection of Civilians Weekly Report

The Humanitarian Monitor | October 2008

In October, imports entering Gaza declined by 30%, eight Palestinians killed in tunnels-related accidents and provision of services continue to be affected by Ramallah - Gaza rift. In the West Bank, Israel resumed demolition of inhabited Area C structures: 142 people affected. There were repeated acts of intimidation and physical violence from settlers during the Palestinian olive harvest and further restrictions by the Israeli authorities on medical staff and patients from the West Bank accessing East Jerusalem hospitals. The Humanitarian Monitor

Gaza Humanitarian Situation Report | 17 Nov 2008

Fuel Shortages: Industrial fuel for electricity- daily rolling blackouts- Cooking Gas shortages: Bread rationing/ households unable to cook- Petrol reduced- Water and Sewage- Food- Health Situation reports

Latest summary monthly statistics | Jan 2005 to October 2008

The Protection of Civilians database contains quantifiable data from the Weekly Briefing Notes. These tables cover the period from 1st January 2005 to October 2008. The tables present information as monthly figures with geographical breakdowns to the governorate level. Protection of Civilians Weekly Report

Incident Tracking report (ACIS ) | September 2008

In September, UN staff experienced deterioration with respect to access compared to August. There were 62 access incidents reported, as compared to the 37 reported in August. The number of staff-hours lost due to checkpoint delays almost doubled to 1256 (as compared to the previous month’s 641 staff-hours lost). Incident Tracking reports(ACIS)

The Olive Harvest In The West Bank And Gaza Fact Sheet | October 2008

Access to Fields and Markets | Ensuring Access and Protection | The West Bank Barrier | The United Nations and the Olive Harvest. Olives are a centuries-old mainstay of the Palestinian economy, with the soil and climate producing some of the of the world’s highest quality olive oil. The olive is also symbolic of Palestinians roots in, and attachment to, the land. Some 45% of agricultural land (over 900,000 dunums) is planted with an estimated 10 million olive trees, with the potential to produce between 32,000 – 35,000 metric tons of oil. Special Reports

The Humanitarian Monitor | September 2008

In September, internal tensions impacted access to basic services in Gaza, while the Israeli closure continued. Demolitions in Area C resumed after a four-month lull. More than 60% of Palestinians denied access to Jerusalem for prayer during Ramadan. The Humanitarian Monitor

Closure Update | September 2008

During the reporting period, the Government of Israel took more steps aimed at easing internal movement for Palestinians in the West Bank than it had during the prior reporting period. However, the freedom of movement of Palestinians within the West Bank and East Jerusalem remained highly constrained and neither territorial contiguity nor the pre-2000 status quo was restored. Barrier and Checkpoints

The Humanitarian Impact of the West Bank Barrier | July 2008

Update 8 - Four years after the Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice: new joint UNOCHA-UNRWA report on the humanitarian impact of the Barrier. Barrier and Checkpoints

Gaza Strip Inter-Agency Humanitarian Fact Sheet | June 2008

Many farmers have returned to their fields close to the border fence. At least two were shot but many others were able to harvest crops. No Palestinians or Israelis have been killed in or around Gaza as a result of the conflict since before 19 June. Imports still fall far short of the daily average of 450 truckloads in January 2007. Imports remain approximately 90% food. While the Coastal Municpalities Water Utility (CMWU) reported improved supplies of fuel and spare parts, raw and partially treated sewage continues to pour into the Mediterranean Sea from Gaza. UNRWA began its summer games which offer recreational activities to 250,000 children in the Gaza Strip. The Summer Games create an additional temporary 3500 jobs via UNRWA’s Job Creation Programme. Electricity supply of 120 megawatts from Israel, 17 megawatts from Egypt and 55 megawatts only allows for 19 to 20 hours of supply in all areas of Gaza except Rafah, which benefits exclusively from supply from Egypt. Special Reports