The representative of the institution in the Palestinian territories, Rick Peeperkorn, explained that the health needs in the coastal enclave are enormous.
He detailed that only 18 of the 36 hospitals in that territory are partially operating, to which 11 field facilities have been added.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged last Thursday the evacuation of some 2,500 minors from the Strip to receive medical attention.
Also the director general of the WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, yesterday called for the evacuation of the wounded and sick.
In his X account, the official welcomed the departure this Saturday of 50 patients, who will receive care abroad.
“This will be the first medical evacuation since the ceasefire began (two weeks ago) and the first through the Rafah crossing since its closure in May 2024, he stressed.
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