UN Women’s Chief of Humanitarian Action reported that women in Gaza are acting as the “last line of protection” for their families amid ongoing violence, extreme scarcity, and the onset of winter. Over 57,000 women are now heading their households, struggling to find basic necessities like food and shelter for their children. The official highlighted how women are forced to burn doors for fuel and face soaring prices, making survival impossible for many who have no income. UN Women called for a permanent ceasefire, more systematic aid delivery, and vital support for the 12,000-plus women with new disabilities.
November 25, 2025. news.un.org