According to Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, efforts to reach two hospitals in northern Gaza faced significant challenges over the weekend due to delays at checkpoints and ongoing fighting.
Dr. Tedros stated that on April 20, the WHO and its partners were only partially successful in their mission to Kamal Adwan and Al-Awda hospitals due to severe delays at checkpoints and continued hostilities in the area. Consequently, fuel and medical supplies were unable to reach Kamal Adwan for the second time in the last 7 days, and partners could not assess the needs at Al-Awda to support the restoration of services. This situation further exacerbates the health risks faced by critical patients receiving treatment at these facilities.
Despite the obstacles, the mission managed to evacuate four critically ill patients from Kamal Adwan, along with their caretakers, including one individual at risk of requiring a leg amputation.
Dr. Tedros emphasized the urgent need for compliance with international humanitarian law, particularly regarding access to healthcare and humanitarian aid for civilians in desperate need. He reiterated the call for a ceasefire to ensure the safety and well-being of all those affected by the conflict.
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