Alessandro Mrakic

“We need support, most importantly with machinery, equipment, among others. Our colleagues here don't have [engine] oil and spare parts to continue to work with all the equipment that is still in Gaza.”

Alessandro Mrakic · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-16

The UNDP Gaza office head called for machinery and equipment support, noting shortages of engine oil and spare parts for existing equipment in Gaza.

“The situation, as you see, is tragic because we don't have the equipment and machinery that is needed. There are actually people digging with their bare hands,”

Alessandro Mrakic · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-16

The UNDP Gaza office head described the rescue effort at the scene of the collapsed building as hampered by a lack of equipment.