The United Nations reports that only a small number of UNRWA health centers are currently operational in Gaza due to a serious shortage of medicine and fuel. This shortage is affecting lifesaving operations and the overall health conditions in the enclave. UNRWA has also raised concerns about the appalling sanitary situation in Gaza, where waste and sewage pose a significant danger to life. They attribute the worsening health conditions to a variety of factors, including crowded shelters, lack of food, water, and fuel, minimal access to medical supplies, and the summer heat.
In other news, the head of the Israeli Air Force, Tomer Bar, has stated that Israel is prepared for a potential war against Hezbollah in Lebanon. He emphasized the importance of attacking the enemy in their territory as the ultimate solution and declared Israel’s readiness against Hezbollah. These comments mirror those made by Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who warned that the Israeli armed forces are capable of causing significant damage to Lebanon.
Recently, around 30 rockets and missiles were launched from Lebanon and struck Safed in northern Israel, causing power outages and property damage. The Israeli daily newspaper Haaretz has reported that the United States has cautioned Israel against engaging in a restricted ground operation in southern Lebanon, as it could escalate into a full-scale conflict involving Iran and its allies.