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The ongoing conflict in the Occupied Palestinian Territory— Gaza Strip and West Bank — has led to a devastating humanitarian crisis marked by significant loss of life and widespread disruptions in healthcare. Over the past 300 days, the Gaza Strip has witnessed more than 39,500 fatalities, with a staggering 91,000 injuries reported. In the West Bank, there have been 594 fatalities and more than 5,600 injuries, highlighting the severe impact of violence on local communities.
The healthcare system is under severe strain, with over 1,000 documented attacks on healthcare facilities. These attacks have rendered hospitals and primary healthcare centres non-functional, further complicating the delivery of essential services. The health crisis is compounded by the prevalence of communicable diseases, with over 577,000 cases of acute watery diarrhoea and 995,000 cases of acute respiratory infections reported in the Gaza Strip alone. Additionally, the region faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular conditions, affecting hundreds of thousands of individuals.
High insecurity, repeated mass displacements, and limited access to essential supplies have hampered the humanitarian response. Despite these challenges, 52 Health Cluster partners in Gaza and 18 Health Cluster partners in the West Bank provide essential health services. Emergency medical teams have been deployed to provide trauma care, specialized care for non-communicable diseases, and psychosocial support to the affected populations. More than 795,000 individuals have received basic mental health support across Gaza and the West Bank, and in Gaza, over 207,000 children have been immunized.
The situation remains alarming, with ongoing military operations and settler violence exacerbating the crisis. Checkpoint closures and movement restrictions obstruct access to health services, leaving many communities without adequate care. As the conflict continues, the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and a sustainable resolution becomes increasingly critical for the health and well-being of the people in the occupied Palestinian territory.