Geneva, December 10, 2023, In a significant move, the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted a resolution calling for urgent humanitarian aid and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The resolution was passed during a special session held on Sunday in Geneva, specifically convened to address the health situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, including East Al-Quds (Jerusalem).
The resolution voiced deep concern over the severe humanitarian and health conditions prevailing in the occupied Palestinian territories, with a particular emphasis on the dire situation in the Gaza Strip amid ongoing hostilities. It underlined the pressing need for swift action to address these challenges and alleviate the suffering of the affected population.
Key provisions of the resolution include a call for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of safe, continuous, and unimpeded access for the delivery of essential supplies and humanitarian aid. Additionally, the resolution emphasized the paramount importance of safeguarding the well-being of health and humanitarian workers, adherence to international law, and the protection of health workers and medical facilities.
As the international community grapples with the escalating health crisis in the region, the WHO's resolution serves as a vital step toward mitigating the immediate challenges faced by the people of Gaza and underscores the organization's commitment to upholding the principles of humanitarian aid and international law.
