Polio Vaccination Campaign in Gaza Faces Challenges Amid Ongoing Conflict

Efforts to immunize 640,000 children continue despite airstrikes and diplomatic deadlock.

Over 187,000 children in Gaza have been vaccinated against polio so far.
Limited pauses in fighting have allowed the vaccination campaign to proceed in some areas.
Gaza's health system is struggling, with many hospitals damaged or destroyed.
Diplomatic efforts for a permanent ceasefire and release of hostages remain stalled.
Israeli airstrikes continue, with significant casualties reported in several areas.