As relentless Israeli bombardment continues across Gaza, at least 74 people were killed in the past 24 hours, while hospitals have raised grim alarms of impending mass deaths of premature babies and dialysis patients owing to critical fuel shortages.
The situation has become catastrophic at Gaza’s two largest medical facilities, Al-Shifa and Al-Nasser Hospitals, which issued dire appeals for immediate assistance. Health officials warned that without an urgent supply of fuel, life-saving equipment for 100 premature babies and 350 dialysis patients could cease to function, potentially turning hospitals into what they described as "Silent Graveyards."
"With the fuel counter nearing zero, doctors have entered the battle to save lives in a race against time, death, and darkness," stated Al-Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza’s Khan Younis, an area now said to be entering its "crucial and probably final hours."
At Al-Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest and once most advanced medical facility, Director Muhammad Abu Salmiyah warned of imminent tragedy. “We have 100 premature babies at risk and hundreds more patients relying on electricity for survival,” he told reporters.
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Israeli air and artillery strikes have continued targeting civilian zones, including hospitals, shelter homes, and refugee camps. Human rights observers have increasingly accused the Israeli military of collective punishment in violation of international norms.
Since the war began on 8 October 2023, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reports over 600 attacks on Gaza’s health infrastructure. Only 19 of 36 hospitals remain partially functional, with over 94 per cent of the enclave’s medical services decimated. Official figures from the Gaza Health Ministry also indicate that more than 1,500 health workers have been killed and 185 detained.
As the siege drags into its 21st month, Gaza’s Health Ministry reported that the overall death toll has climbed to at least 57,575, with 136,879 injured. Over half the fatalities are believed to be women and children.
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