"I know that sound. I know the image. I know the smell. I know it," says Ghebreyesus after narrowly escaping airstrikes, reflecting on his traumatic childhood in Ethiopia's Tigray region, heavily affected by war. His experience amplifies the urgent call for protection of healthcare in conflict zones, emphasizing the irreversible damage wars inflict on human lives and health systems."
"The health crisis in Gaza is indescribable, with hospital functionality dropping as the need for medical assistance rises. Of the 36 hospitals Gaza had, only 16 remain partially functional," Ghebreyesus reports, stressing the dire humanitarian situation that necessitates immediate international attention.
Ghebreyesus states, "When we call for a ceasefire, we're saying, 'please look for the alternative peace.' It's in the best interest of Israel as well," advocating for a cessation of hostilities to prioritize civilian health and safety.
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