UN chief urges evacuation of 2,500 children from Gaza as doctors warn of imminent risk' of death
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for the urgent evacuation of 2,500 critically ill children from Gaza for medical treatment, following discussions with US doctors who expressed grave concerns over their imminent risk of death. The ongoing conflict has left Gazan healthcare systems overwhelmed, with thousands of patients awaiting medical evacuations. Medical personnel share harrowing accounts of children in dire conditions, stressing that many children require simple medical interventions to avoid severe health complications. The situation underlines an escalating humanitarian crisis necessitating immediate international intervention to save lives.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the urgent need to evacuate 2,500 critically ill children from Gaza to ensure their survival and return to their families.
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa revealed the dire conditions of these children, stressing that most require simple medical interventions to prevent imminent death from treatable conditions.
Ayesha Khan passionately illustrated the plight of injured children in Gaza, showcasing the emotional and physical toll of the ongoing conflict on their lives and futures.
The World Health Organization highlighted a backlog of over 12,000 patients needing medical evacuation in Gaza, underscoring the urgent humanitarian crisis.
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