A delegation of American and British doctors has recently arrived in Washington D.C. to draw attention to the destruction of healthcare infrastructure in Gaza by the Israeli military, which they argue is a tactic to displace Palestinians. These doctors, having volunteered in Gaza’s hospitals, are highlighting the urgent need for a ceasefire to allow for the safe distribution of aid and the revitalization of healthcare services. They have described the situation as dire, condemning the targeting of healthcare facilities and personnel by the Israeli Defense Forces.

Reports indicate that none of Gaza’s 36 hospitals are fully functional, with many either partially operational or completely destroyed. This has been exacerbated by recent military raids and restrictions on food aid, leading to accusations against Israel of deliberate starvation, a potential war crime. The situation has prompted international concern, with the United Nations warning that without immediate intervention, northern Gaza faces the threat of famine. Pregnant women and newborns are particularly affected, with hospitals like Kamal Adwan struggling under severe shortages of essential resources.

This healthcare crisis, combined with severe food shortages affecting three-quarters of the population in certain areas, underscores the immediate need for a ceasefire and humanitarian intervention. The delegation in Washington plans to meet with U.S. officials and members of Congress to push for action to address what they describe as “appalling atrocities” and to prevent further humanitarian disaster in Gaza.