Occupied Jerusalem, March 29 (SANA) – Palestinian health authorities in Gaza warned that worsening fuel shortages could force hospitals and medical centers to suspend operations, putting hundreds of patients at risk.
During a press conference on Sunday, Gaza’s Health Ministry said the Israeli occupation continues to block the entry of fuel needed to operate hospital generators, a situation that has already forced about 90 generators out of service, while 11 others require urgent maintenance.
Officials said the shortage poses a particular threat to intensive care units, neonatal incubators and dialysis departments, which rely on a stable electricity supply.
The ministry added that electricity disruptions could also damage sensitive medicines, vaccines and blood supplies, as well as affect the operation of medical equipment due to unstable power sources. As a result, hospitals have limited surgical procedures to emergency cases only.
Health officials said Gaza’s healthcare system is facing severe pressure due to damage to medical infrastructure and restrictions imposed by the Israeli occupation on repair and rehabilitation efforts in hospitals and primary healthcare centers.
The ministry called on international humanitarian and medical organizations to intervene urgently to ensure the supply of fuel and spare parts needed to operate generators.
The World Health Organization previously warned that restrictions imposed by the Israeli occupation at the Kerem Shalom crossing are hindering the delivery of humanitarian and medical aid to the enclave.
The Israeli occupation continues its blockade of Gaza despite international calls to allow humanitarian assistance into the territory.
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