WHO Warns Rafah’s Hospitals Will Run Out of Fuel in 3 Days

The World Health Organization is facing a critical fuel shortage in southern Gaza, with only three days of fuel left for its medical operations. This shortage has already forced one of the three remaining hospitals in the city of Rafah to shut down, exacerbating an already dire situation in the region.

The closure of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt by Israel’s military has blocked the entry of much-needed humanitarian aid into Gaza. The U.N. has warned that northern Gaza is on the brink of a “full-blown famine” due to the ongoing conflict and lack of resources.

Meanwhile, the war in Gaza has displaced around 80% of the population and caused widespread destruction to infrastructure, including hospitals, mosques, and schools. The death toll in Gaza has risen to over 34,500 people, according to local health officials.

In the midst of this crisis, Israeli airstrikes continue to target civilian areas, resulting in the deaths of eight people, including four children, in a residential building in Tel al-Sultan. The Israeli military’s control of the Rafah crossing and ongoing military operations have further escalated tensions in the region.

As the situation in Gaza deteriorates, the United Nations is working to negotiate with Israeli and Egyptian authorities to resume fuel shipments to Gaza for humanitarian operations. The need for immediate action to address the fuel shortage and provide aid to the vulnerable population in Gaza is crucial to prevent further suffering and loss of life.