Gaza's Main Hospital Faces Power Outages in ICU and Pediatric Ward Amid Night of Bombardment

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Gaza's Main Hospital Faces Power Outages in ICU and Pediatric Ward Amid Night of Bombardment
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Power outages have affected the intensive care unit and pediatric ward at Gaza's main hospital, Al-Shifa, after heavy bombardment and fighting in the area. Two people, including an infant, have reportedly died due to the lack of electricity. The hospital is also facing shortages of food and water. Israeli forces claim there is "intense fighting" near the hospital, while health officials express concerns about the safety of patients and staff. The World Health Organization has called for a humanitarian ceasefire and respect for international humanitarian law. Other hospitals in Gaza City have also been affected by bombardment, and the Palestine Red Crescent Society has reported Israeli tanks and military vehicles surrounding Al-Quds hospital.

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