Since Israel's occupation of the Rafah crossing in the Gaza Strip, the situation for sick and wounded individuals has become increasingly dire. According to Gaza's Hamas-controlled health ministry, no sick or wounded people have been able to leave the area, putting the lives of thousands at risk.
The health ministry has warned that this closure has led to avoidable complications and even death for those in need of urgent medical treatment outside of Gaza. It is estimated that around 25,000 individuals require medical care that is only accessible outside the Gaza Strip.
