Gaza: The Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza announced that a convoy of trucks carrying critical medicines and medical consumables is scheduled to enter the Gaza Strip with coordination from the World Health Organization (WHO). The shipment will consist solely of medical supplies, with no food items included. The ministry emphasized the urgent need for these supplies to continue life-saving treatment for patients and the injured.
According to Anadolu Agency, the ongoing conflict has severely impacted the region. The Israeli army has been conducting an offensive on Gaza since October 7, 2023, resulting in the deaths of over 60,000 Palestinians, most of whom are women and children. The continuous bombing, blockade, and inadequate distribution of aid have devastated the enclave, leading to the collapse of the health system and deaths from starvation. The ministry reports that the number of starvation-related deaths has reached 162, including 92 children.
Furthermore, in November, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Israel is also facing a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its actions in the enclave.