The World Health Organization has strongly condemned the recent raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital in North Gaza, which has left the facility out of service. According to initial reports, key departments were severely damaged, and 60 health workers and 25 patients in critical condition, including those on ventilators, remain trapped inside.
The patients who were in moderate to severe condition were forced to evacuate to the destroyed and non-functional Indonesian Hospital, sparking deep concern for their safety. This latest raid is part of a series of escalating restrictions on access for WHO and partners, as well as repeated attacks on or near the facility since early October.
The WHO has warned that the systematic dismantling of the health system in Gaza is a “death sentence” for tens of thousands of Palestinians in need of healthcare. The organization has urged for an immediate ceasefire to protect healthcare facilities and ensure the safety of patients and healthcare workers.
Key Developments:
- Raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital: The hospital was severely damaged, leaving it out of service.
- Patients Trapped: 60 health workers and 25 patients in critical condition remain trapped inside the hospital.
- Escalating Restrictions:Â The WHO has faced increasing restrictions on access to the facility since early October.
- Repeated Attacks: The hospital has been repeatedly attacked, causing significant damage and disruption to healthcare services.
The WHO’s statement comes amid growing international concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The organization has reiterated its call for a ceasefire and the protection of healthcare facilities and workers.
