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Israel's revocation of licenses for over 30 humanitarian groups in Gaza has severely hampered aid operations, including medical and essential supplies, amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis for Palestinians, with concerns over increased hardship and the impact on medical services and aid workers.
Israel is increasingly denying entry to foreign medical volunteers aiming to assist in Gaza, citing security concerns and military use of supplies, which hampers medical aid efforts amid ongoing conflict and civilian suffering.
Italy evacuated over 100 Palestinians from Gaza, including children with severe injuries, via military flights to Italy, as part of ongoing support amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed voluntary migration plans for Gaza's population, amid international condemnation and efforts to revive ceasefire talks. Aid organizations warn that Israeli restrictions are hindering essential humanitarian assistance to Gaza, despite some aid deliveries.
Undocumented immigrants in Central Texas are hesitant to seek aid after severe floods due to fears of immigration enforcement, despite ongoing aid efforts. Families like Gabriela and her son Leo, who was injured helping flood recovery, face the dilemma of risking deportation to get necessary medical care. Community members and advocates emphasize the need for humane treatment and assistance for all residents, regardless of immigration status, amid ongoing fears and crackdowns.
An American nurse who attempted to save Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen after he was shot by Israeli settlers was detained and deported by Israeli authorities, highlighting ongoing issues of settler violence and restrictions on aid in the West Bank.
The U.S. travel ban under President Trump has severely impacted Haitians by cutting off vital travel and medical aid, especially for those with urgent health needs like Brad Mertens Joseph, and has worsened Haiti's ongoing political and security crises, straining family ties and humanitarian efforts.
Dr. Mohammad Subeh, a California-based emergency physician and Palestinian refugee, spent five weeks in Gaza treating children injured in the Israel-Hamas war, documenting his experiences in a daily video diary. He witnessed the devastating impact of the conflict, with over 33,000 Palestinians dead and nearly all of Gaza's two million residents displaced. Subeh encountered severe shortages of medical supplies and treated numerous children with serious injuries, some of whom had been trapped under rubble for days. Despite returning home to celebrate Ramadan with his family, he feels a deep sense of guilt for leaving Gaza and hopes to return in the future to a free and peaceful territory.
Pediatrician Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan describes the devastating conditions in Gaza, where the health sector has been decimated, leaving only two minimally functional hospitals. She recounts the overwhelming challenges faced by healthcare workers, including shortages of basic medical supplies and the emotional toll of treating children with horrific injuries. Dr. Haj-Hassan emphasizes the man-made nature of the crisis and calls for an end to the ongoing massacre, expressing shame at the failure of humanity to address the situation.
Two different flights, one evacuating injured Palestinians from Gaza to the UAE and another dropping British aid supplies into Gaza, highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region. The UAE-funded evacuation flight, converted into a flying hospital, carries wounded civilians and children, while the British aid drop aims to resupply a field hospital in Gaza City. The aid delivery faces challenges due to Israeli restrictions, with the UN warning of a looming famine in northern Gaza.
Dr. James Smith, an emergency medical doctor, describes the catastrophic situation in Gaza, where hospitals are overwhelmed and functioning beyond capacity due to Israeli airstrikes and ground attacks. He witnessed horrific traumatic injuries, including children with severe wounds, and emphasized the collapse of the healthcare system. The ongoing telecommunications blackout has made it difficult to coordinate emergency responses, and Dr. Smith urges an immediate end to the violence in Gaza.
A SpiceJet passenger was trapped in an airplane toilet for almost the entire flight, claiming he was injured during landing and received no medical assistance. The 37-year-old techie, who plans to sue the airline, said he was traumatized and hurt as the plane landed in Bengaluru, and despite receiving a voucher offer, he declined and filed a complaint with India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation. SpiceJet stated that the crew provided assistance and guidance, an engineer opened the lavatory door upon arrival, and the passenger received immediate medical support, apologizing for the inconvenience and offering a full refund.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a new agreement allowing medicines to be delivered to Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, following pleas from the hostages' families for urgent medical treatment. The deliveries have not yet begun, and the logistics of transportation remain unclear. Both Israel and Hamas have expressed willingness to facilitate the delivery of medicines, with mediators working to determine the specific medical needs and how to transport the medications. The deal was brokered after Israel's national intelligence agency Mossad approached Qatar, and the medicine is expected to be delivered in the next few days.
Dr. Seema Jilani, one of the few Americans allowed into Gaza, witnessed horrific scenes at al-Aqsa hospital, where she treated patients amidst ongoing Israeli bombardment. She described a hospital on the brink of collapse, with a shortage of supplies and overwhelming patient numbers. Medical personnel have been evacuated due to increasing attacks, leaving just three doctors to treat hundreds of patients. Jilani's experience highlights the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where she found solace in providing comfort and bearing witness to the suffering, and expressed a deep commitment to continue supporting the people of Gaza.
A British surgeon leading a medical team in Gaza describes the situation at Al-Aqsa hospital as the worst he's ever seen, with traumatic injuries and a lack of medical supplies. Israel's military actions have led to the withdrawal of medical teams, sparking international outcry and warnings of a generation of orphans from Jordan's King Abdullah II. The conflict has resulted in a high number of civilian casualties, with calls for a ceasefire and urgent humanitarian assistance.
The World Health Organization's executive board will hold an emergency meeting on December 10 to address the health crisis in Gaza and the West Bank. The meeting, requested by 15 countries, will focus on providing more medical aid and access for foreign healthcare workers. The Palestinian envoy aims to empower the WHO and call for an end to the targeting of the medical sector, while also seeking fresh medical supplies and the deployment of more doctors from around the world. Gaza's hospitals are overwhelmed due to Israeli bombings and a lack of fuel, and the WHO has warned of the spread of disease.