Gaza's Health System on the Brink: WHO Warns of Impending Collapse
TL;DR
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for immediate humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip, stating that the health system in the besieged territory is at a "breaking point" due to Israel's blockade and bombardment. Gaza's hospitals are facing severe shortages of electricity, fuel, and medical supplies, putting the lives of patients at risk. The WHO is urging the establishment of a humanitarian corridor to allow health workers into Gaza and the evacuation of the sick and injured. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has also expressed concern about the deteriorating situation, emphasizing the impact on hospitals and the urgent need for aid.
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