World Medical Association calls on the Israeli Government to ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza

The current situation in Gaza puts the lives of nearly all civilians at risk, as humanitarian transports delivering food, medicines, and essential materials are being blocked by Israeli forces.

“It is a matter of humanity not to let the people of Gaza face starvation or be denied health care,” said WMA President Dr. Ashok Philip.

“Both sides must respect humanitarian law. That means protecting health care facilities and staff—not attacking or misusing them—and also making sure that people have access to food and essential supplies.”

The conflict began on October 7, 2023, with the Hamas attack on Israel and the abduction of hostages taken to Gaza. It has already taken a far too high toll on innocent people on both sides.

“We call on Hamas to release the hostages immediately, and on the Israeli government to ensure that humanitarian aid is delivered to Gaza without delay and in sufficient quantity,” Dr. Philip continued. “This ongoing war shows no sign of ending soon or of bringing peace to the region.”

“War and hunger create health risks that go far beyond the immediate destruction of fighting. These burdens fall mostly on the weakest members of the population. This is deeply unjust and should be remedied.”

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