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UN Warns of 'Apocalyptic' Conditions in North Gaza Amid Renewed Polio Vaccination Efforts

Israel reports the killing of a senior Hamas leader as humanitarian crises escalate in the region.

  • The United Nations has described the humanitarian situation in North Gaza as 'apocalyptic,' highlighting severe shortages of food and medical supplies.
  • Israeli military actions have intensified in the region, with recent operations resulting in the death of a senior Hamas figure, Iss al-Din Kassab.
  • The World Health Organization has announced the resumption of polio vaccinations in North Gaza, following a temporary halt due to ongoing conflicts.
  • The WHO has secured a humanitarian pause to facilitate the vaccination campaign, though the safe area for this effort is smaller than during previous rounds.
  • Despite challenges, nearly 443,000 children in the central and southern Gaza regions have received their second polio vaccine dose, with efforts ongoing to reach 120,000 children in the north.
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