With a drop in temperatures that has already claimed the life of a nine-month-old baby in Khan Younis due to hypothermia, the eyes of the international community are currently focused on Israel, a country they are calling on to allow the entry of humanitarian assistance for Palestine. While the Knesset —Israel's legislative body— prepares to elect its next speaker on November 17, the European Union (EU) has reinforced its concern for the Palestinian population, in the context of the onset of winter in the region. On behalf of the 27 states that make up the EU, High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas urged Israel to enable immediate and unimpeded access for the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza, as well as to reopen all border crossings there. "The EU reiterates its deep concern over the persistent and devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The severe winter conditions and flooding that have hit Gaza further worsen the living conditions of an already exhausted population, exacerbating unsafe conditions and human suffering," she stated. Along those lines, she stressed that Israel must comply with all its obligations under international law and must allow the work of the United Nations, its agencies, and humanitarian organizations. "We recall that aid must be used only for peaceful purposes and not diverted to armed groups," the High Representative said in the statement. Thus, she underscored that commitments related to humanitarian assistance must be fulfilled, and mentioned the need to respect international law, which "includes the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, as well as medical personnel and facilities." Attack on the Nasser Medical Complex The EU authority described an Israeli bombardment of the Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, which injured patients and medical staff, as "deeply alarming." "One year after the ceasefire was announced, military attacks continue and the shortage of essential items persists, including adequate shelter, medicine, and medical equipment, caused by the existing access restrictions, resulting in the absence of dignified and acceptable living conditions," she added. This Saturday, November 14, 17 foreign ministries also issued a statement, likewise in response to the offensive on the medical center. In addition to Palestine itself, the foreign ministries of Pakistan, Algeria, Djibouti, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates condemned the assault and called on Israel to uphold the ceasefire, protect civilians and medical facilities, and ensure the safe delivery of humanitarian aid. In the text, they condemned "the ongoing Israeli attacks on Palestinian civilians, including strikes on tents and other sites sheltering displaced people," and noted that "the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is deepening as winter approaches."