Israel’s relentless attacks on Gaza have left the territory without a single functioning hospital, with over 1,000 Israeli attacks on healthcare facilities recorded. More than 500 Palestinian healthcare workers have been killed, surpassing casualties in the Syrian war. The collapse of the healthcare system has led to a mental health crisis among remaining medical professionals.
Israel specifically targeted hospitals, falsely claiming they were Hamas headquarters, resulting in mass civilian casualties. The UN experts declared famine in Gaza, attributing it to the intentional destruction of healthcare infrastructure by Israel. A study suggests the death toll in Gaza could exceed 186,000, wiping out 8% of the civilian population.
With a devastated health sector hindering accurate death counts, infectious diseases are rampant, impacting half the population. The return of deadly diseases and lack of medical resources pose a severe threat, putting 1.1 million children at risk of dying.
The US government supports Israel’s actions, turning a blind eye to the humanitarian crisis. Despite shocking statistics, Washington continues to arm Israel, contributing to the ongoing tragedy in Gaza.