Gaza Doctors Perform Surgeries Without Anesthetic Amid Medical Crisis, WHO Says

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for a lifting of restrictions on medical aid to Gaza, where some doctors are performing operations, including amputations, without anesthetic. The WHO also said that more than 160 healthcare workers have lost their lives while providing care to the injured and sick in the besieged territory.

“These are the people keeping the health system going through the dedication they have somehow found a way to keep some level of service going,” the WHO’s Christian Lindmeier told a press briefing on Tuesday.

He said that the health situation in Gaza was “dire” and that the WHO was working with partners to deliver essential supplies and equipment. He urged all parties to respect international humanitarian law and protect civilians and health facilities.

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