UNFPA raises concerns over 50,000 pregnant women in Gaza lacking access to health services

The UN emphasized the urgent need for maternal healthcare support for these women, with 5,500 of them expected to give birth this month alone.

Expressing deep concern over the dire situation, the UNFPA underscored the difficulties pregnant women in Gaza encounter in securing essential maternal healthcare services. The statement called attention to the immediate need for urgent health care and protection for these expecting mothers.

In a social media post, the UNFPA stated, "50,000 pregnant women in #Gaza cannot access health services. 5,500 will give birth this month. These women need urgent health care and protection. UNFPA urges all parties to abide by their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law."

The agency's plea reflects the critical nature of the healthcare challenges faced by pregnant women in Gaza, with the ongoing conflict and other humanitarian crises exacerbating the difficulties in providing necessary medical services.

The UNFPA's call to action emphasizes the importance of upholding international humanitarian and human rights obligations to ensure the well-being and safety of vulnerable populations, particularly pregnant women and newborns, in conflict-affected regions. (ILKHA)