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Gaza Medical Evacuations Paralysed Amidst Closures
30 Jan
Summary
- Over 18,000 Palestinians in Gaza need urgent medical evacuation.
- Closed crossings severely hinder access to essential care.
- Limited hospital capacity abroad exacerbates the crisis.
A critical situation is unfolding in Gaza, where over 18,000 Palestinians urgently require medical evacuation for treatments not available locally. As of January 30, 2026, access to essential healthcare abroad has been severely compromised.
The World Health Organization has highlighted that closed crossings and an opaque approval process are paralyzing these vital medical evacuations. Compounding this crisis is the limited capacity of hospitals located outside the Gaza Strip, further restricting options for patients in dire need.
This ongoing blockade of medical aid directly impacts vulnerable individuals who depend on external facilities for life-saving procedures and specialized care, creating a dire public health challenge.
