The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip recently shared some shocking news. They announced that over 8,000 people have lost their lives because of the Israeli bombings. Among these victims, there are 3,324 children and 2,062 women. It's really heartbreaking to hear about so many innocent lives being lost.
Missing Persons
Not only that, but the Ministry of Health has also received reports of 1,870 missing people. Among them, there are 1,020 children who are still trapped under the rubble. It's a really scary situation for them, and we hope they can be rescued soon.
Hospitals in Crisis
The health system in Gaza is in big trouble. Twelve hospitals are currently out of service, and 32 care centers have stopped working. This means that people who are sick or injured are not able to get the help they need. It's a really tough situation for everyone.
Urgent Medical Aid Needed
The Ministry of Health is asking for urgent medical aid to be brought in. They need help so that their teams can continue their important work. They are also calling for international help to save the health system. It's a race against time to save lives.
Overcrowded Hospitals
The hospitals in Gaza are way too crowded. In fact, they are at 170% capacity. This means that there are more patients than the hospitals can handle. It's a really difficult situation for the doctors and nurses who are trying their best to help everyone.
Desperate Need for Supplies
Unfortunately, the aid that has arrived so far is not enough. They have received things like shrouds and bandages, but they need much more. Every delay in getting the right medicines and equipment means more lives are at risk. It's a really scary situation for everyone involved.
Bodies in the Streets
It's really sad to hear that bodies are being found in the streets of Gaza. The severe bombings have made it hard to identify some of the victims. The hospitals are already overwhelmed, and some of the wounded are being treated on the ground. It's a really chaotic and heartbreaking scene.
Rescue Operations Needed
There are still many people trapped under the rubble, and it's really hard to reach them. The Gaza Civil Defense is asking for help from Arab rescue teams to assist in search and rescue operations. They need all the help they can get to save as many lives as possible.
Red Crescent's Warning
The Palestinian Red Crescent, an organization that helps people in need, is also facing challenges. Because of the lack of gasoline, many of their ambulances have stopped working. Only 27 ambulances are still in service at the moment. It's a really tough situation for them to navigate.
Threats to Hospitals
It's really sad to hear that the Israeli occupation forces have threatened to bomb Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza. This is a big concern because hospitals are supposed to be safe places for people to get help. It's really important that everyone works together to protect these important facilities.
Catastrophic Humanitarian Conditions
International organizations have described the situation in Gaza as catastrophic. The blockade that prevents the entry of fuel and basic materials, along with the destruction of infrastructure, including hospitals, has made life really difficult for the people living there. It's a really tough situation for everyone involved.
Source: Al Jazeera
