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Despite significant challenges, WHO and UNICEF successfully vaccinated 94 percent of Gaza's children under 10 against polio, though thousands in northern Gaza remain unvaccinated due to conflict. The campaign highlights the need for humanitarian pauses to ensure healthcare access, as workers strive to protect children under challenging conditions.

The UN warns of an "apocalyptic" crisis in northern Gaza, with residents at extreme risk due to lack of food, water, and medical aid amid ongoing bombardment. Up to 100,000 people remain trapped, and aid deliveries are severely restricted. UN agencies are urgently calling for a ceasefire to allow life-saving assistance.

French doctor Pascal André, back from Gaza, calls the situation an “indescribable horror.” He witnessed hospitals overwhelmed, widespread injuries, and relentless bombings, leaving thousands without proper care. With Gaza’s healthcare on the brink of collapse, André urges global action to protect human rights and bring relief to those suffering.

Egypt denied claims that the ship "Kathrin" unloaded explosives for Israel in Alexandria, stating it only delivered cargo for Egyptian use and was set to continue to Turkey. Amid calls for investigation, Egypt reaffirmed its support for Palestinian rights and dismissed the reports as misinformation.

The U.S. has formally urged Israel to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza within 30 days, raising concerns that future U.S. military aid could be impacted if conditions don’t improve. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the urgency of delivering humanitarian relief as civilians in Gaza face severe food, water, and medical supply shortages. This plea comes amid intensifying conflict and mounting international pressure, signaling a critical moment in U.S.-Israel relations as the crisis escalates and aid access remains limited.

Israel’s new laws banning the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating in Gaza and East Jerusalem have sparked global criticism, with the EU and UN warning of severe consequences for Palestinians in need. The laws prohibit Israeli officials from engaging with UNRWA staff, potentially leaving 2.4 million Palestinians without critical support. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called the move “a dangerous precedent,” as UNRWA has long provided essential services, including healthcare and education, to Palestinian refugees. The international community, including the EU and Arab nations, is urging Israel to reconsider the decision to avoid deepening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached a critical level as Israeli airstrikes continue to devastate displacement camps and shelters. Families sheltering at facilities like the Shuhada al-Aqsa Hospital endured harrowing bombings that led to fires, killing and injuring many civilians, including children and women. Strikes on shelters, including the UNRWA food distribution center and Al-Mufti School, have left dozens dead and wounded. Despite claims that these bombings target combatants, the attacks have primarily affected densely populated areas where civilians seek refuge. The latest reports estimate over 42,000 deaths and 99,000 injuries, highlighting the dire situation for displaced people in Gaza.

The latest Israeli military strategy in Gaza aims to pressure Hamas by blocking access to vital resources and forcing civilians to move southward. This plan involves cutting off northern Gaza from essential supplies such as food, water, and medical aid, turning Gaza north into a virtual no-go zone where those who stay behind are at heightened risk. The humanitarian crisis has intensified, with around 400,000 people in northern Gaza enduring dire conditions amidst constant attacks. Aid efforts and medical access are severely restricted, leaving those who remain in survival mode. International relief agencies warn that this approach has created an untenable situation, escalating the region's crisis and leaving civilians with limited options for safety or relief.

Egypt, backed by Qatar and the U.S., is spearheading efforts to mediate a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, proposing a two-day truce to exchange Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners. This initiative, led by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, is a hopeful first step toward a long-term ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid access. However, the negotiations face significant challenges as Israel demands military control over key border areas, while Hamas insists on a complete Israeli withdrawal. Despite these hurdles, international leaders remain cautiously optimistic about the talks, viewing them as a potential path to lasting peace in the region.

Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza faces a severe crisis, now operating with only one doctor due to raids, arrests, and security challenges. The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over the lack of medical staff, supplies, and security, with patients reportedly dying from inadequate care. Israeli forces recently raided the facility, arresting individuals they alleged were linked to Hamas, which Gaza health officials deny, emphasizing the hospital's civilian role. The hospital now struggles with destroyed supplies and a disrupted facility, prompting the WHO and international health agencies to urgently call for the protection of medical facilities and safe access to aid. As the humanitarian crisis escalates, efforts to reach Gaza's hospitals face severe obstacles due to ongoing conflict, putting countless lives at risk.

The conflict in Gaza remains dire, with over 41,000 lives lost and more than 96,000 injured, primarily women and children. The humanitarian crisis worsens as essential services and infrastructure crumble under relentless attacks. International efforts to stop the violence have largely failed, with ceasefire talks stalling. Israel’s government continues its military operations, pushing for long-term control over Gaza, including the establishment of a civil administration and refusing to withdraw. There are concerns about potential displacement of Gaza's residents and the possibility of a wider regional conflict involving neighboring countries. The outlook for peace remains bleak.