Urgent Call for Medical Supplies in Northern Gaza
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the Director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, has made an urgent appeal to the international community for immediate medical support and essential supplies. He emphasized the dire situation in northern Gaza, where the ongoing conflict has led to severe shortages of food, water, and medical resources. The hospital is struggling to provide basic care, with reports of malnutrition and famine emerging among the population. Dr. Abu Safiya stated, "We are in dire need of medical support in light of the systematic attack by the Israeli occupation army on our health system. Lives are being lost every day due to lack of specialized care and resources."
Humanitarian Crisis Intensifies
The situation in northern Gaza has escalated dramatically since the Israeli ground invasion began on October 5, 2023. The conflict, which has resulted in over 146,000 Palestinian casualties, has created a humanitarian disaster of unprecedented proportions. Hospital resources have dwindled to critical levels, with Dr. Abu Safiya noting that the stock of medicines has reached zero. He lamented the inability to assist those trapped under rubble, stating, "It is very unfortunate that we receive distressing calls about people trapped under the rubble and we are unable to help them."
International Response Needed
Dr. Abu Safiya's appeal highlights the urgent need for the international community to respond to the crisis in northern Gaza. He called for the lifting of the siege that has exacerbated the suffering of residents and requested the arrival of medical delegations and supplies to assist the overwhelmed healthcare system. The ongoing conflict has not only devastated infrastructure but has also left thousands of families without basic necessities. The call for action is critical as residents face one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent history.
