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Israel Halts MSF Operations, Threatening Gaza's Healthcare

1/11/2026

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Israel ordered Doctors Without Borders (MSF) to cease operations in Gaza, as announced on January 11.
The order imposes restrictions, including mandatory registration of local employees and limits on criticism.
MSF supports over 20% of Gaza's hospital beds and has treated more than 100,000 trauma cases in 2025.
MSF must withdraw its international staff by the end of February, raising humanitarian concerns.

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Story summary

Israel ordered Doctors Without Borders (MSF) to cease operations in Gaza, as announced on January 11.
The order imposes restrictions, including mandatory registration of local employees and limits on criticism.
MSF supports over 20% of Gaza's hospital beds and has treated more than 100,000 trauma cases in 2025.
MSF must withdraw its international staff by the end of February, raising humanitarian concerns.