In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Israeli forces conducted a raid on the Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, one of the last operational medical facilities in the region. The Israeli military accused Hamas of using the hospital as a base of operations, a claim the militant group has denied.
During the operation, Israeli forces detained the hospital’s director and numerous staff members. Reports also indicate that part of the hospital was set on fire, compounding the already dire humanitarian situation.
The raid, which led to the evacuation of patients and medical staff, comes amid a worsening health crisis in Gaza. The hospital had been providing crucial care to thousands of people affected by the ongoing conflict. With many other healthcare facilities in the region already overwhelmed or destroyed, the evacuation of Kamal Adwan has left many in the northern Gaza Strip without access to vital medical services.
The World Health Organization (WHO) strongly condemned the raid, highlighting its devastating impact on healthcare services in Gaza. The WHO has called for immediate action to address the medical needs of the displaced patients and stressed the importance of protecting health facilities in conflict zones. With hospitals already facing severe shortages of medical supplies, the situation is growing increasingly urgent.
International bodies have called for the protection of medical personnel and facilities, urging all parties to adhere to international humanitarian law. The raid has drawn attention to the immense challenges facing healthcare providers in conflict areas, as they struggle to care for the wounded amid ongoing hostilities.
As the conflict intensifies, the global community continues to demand that all sides prioritize the safety and well-being of civilians, including the protection of healthcare services in conflict zones.