The Gaza Strip, a besieged enclave of over two million Palestinians, has become the epicenter of one of the gravest humanitarian crises of our time. Spanning just 365 square kilometers, Gaza is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, with a population struggling under the weight of relentless violence, economic blockade, and crumbling infrastructure. Amid escalating hostilities, human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have accused the Israeli state of committing crimes that could amount to genocide.
Before the latest escalation of violence, Gaza had around 36 hospitals, over 60 primary healthcare facilities, and nearly 400 schools serving its population. However, many of these institutions have been damaged or destroyed in ongoing airstrikes. Reports indicate that at least half of Gaza’s hospitals are now non-functional due to bombardments or severe shortages of fuel and medical supplies. Schools, which once served as shelters for displaced families, have also been targeted, leaving tens of thousands without safe spaces to learn or seek refuge.
