Over 1,000 women and children requiring urgent medical attention will soon be evacuated from Gaza to European hospitals, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced Monday. The move, described as a \"critical humanitarian effort\" by Dr. Hans Kluge, WHO’s Europe regional director, aims to address Gaza’s collapsing healthcare infrastructure amid ongoing crises.
Dr. Kluge emphasized the \"life-or-death\" urgency of the evacuations, particularly for patients needing cancer treatment, surgeries, or chronic disease care. \"These individuals cannot wait,\" he stated, highlighting partnerships with EU nations to fast-track medical transfers.
Gaza’s hospitals have faced severe shortages of supplies and staff, with many facilities damaged or overwhelmed. The WHO-led evacuation—one of the largest since October—prioritizes children under 18 and women caregivers. Details on departure timelines and host countries remain under wraps, but officials confirm plans are \"accelerating.\"
The news has sparked hope among aid groups, with one volunteer calling it a \"ray of light\" for families trapped in dire conditions. Updates on the mission will be shared via WHO’s social channels.
The move, described as a \"critical humanitarian effort\" by Dr. Hans Kluge, WHO’s Europe regional director, aims to address Gaza’s collapsing healthcare infrastructure amid ongoing crises.
Dr. Kluge emphasized the \"life-or-death\" urgency of the evacuations, particularly for patients needing cancer treatment, surgeries, or chronic disease care. \"These individuals cannot wait,\" he stated, highlighting partnerships with EU nations to fast-track medical transfers.
Gaza’s hospitals have faced severe shortages of supplies and staff, with many facilities damaged or overwhelmed. The WHO-led evacuation—one of the largest since October—prioritizes children under 18 and women caregivers. Details on departure timelines and host countries remain under wraps, but officials confirm plans are \"accelerating.\"
The news has sparked hope among aid groups, with one volunteer calling it a \"ray of light\" for families trapped in dire conditions. Updates on the mission will be shared via WHO’s social channels.
