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Dire Medicine Shortage in Gaza Puts Thousands at Risk

12/24/2025

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Gaza's Health Ministry reports a dire shortage of medicines and medical supplies amid an Israeli blockade.
Director Munir al-Barsh notes shortages risk thousands of lives and cites over 1,700 health workers killed.
Nearly 20,000 patients remain on waiting lists, including about 3,700 in critical condition.
Al-Barsh urges Israel to open border crossings for humanitarian aid and transfers, warning delays could cause more deaths after two years of conflict.

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Gaza's Health Ministry reports a dire shortage of medicines and medical supplies amid an Israeli blockade.
Director Munir al-Barsh notes shortages risk thousands of lives and cites over 1,700 health workers killed.
Nearly 20,000 patients remain on waiting lists, including about 3,700 in critical condition.
Al-Barsh urges Israel to open border crossings for humanitarian aid and transfers, warning delays could cause more deaths after two years of conflict.