An aid convoy has successfully reached two hospitals in northern Gaza after nine previous attempts, as reported by the World Health Organization. The mission, led by WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, delivered crucial supplies to the Kamal Adwan and Al-Sahaba hospitals. This delivery included blood, medical supplies, medicine, and much-needed fuel to support the struggling health facilities.
One of the hospitals, Kamal Adwan, had been facing a critical situation with the risk of losing power to operate life-saving medical equipment. The hospital continues to serve a significant number of patients, with dozens of injured individuals arriving daily.
As the conflict in northern Gaza intensifies, Israel has escalated its offensive, leading to multiple evacuation orders for residents and hospitals. The Jabalya refugee camp alone has witnessed a devastating toll, with approximately 300 casualties in the past nine days, according to the Gaza Government Media Office.
Despite the challenges faced during the aid mission, including harassment by military forces along the route, the WHO emphasized the importance of sustaining humanitarian efforts in the region. Mission staff, along with drivers from WHO and Palestine Red Crescent Society, encountered security screenings and temporary detentions at checkpoints, highlighting the obstacles faced in delivering essential aid.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reiterated the WHO's plea for a ceasefire in Gaza to ensure the safety of civilians and facilitate ongoing humanitarian missions. The organization stressed the need for sustained support to address the urgent medical needs of the population in conflict-affected areas.
