He expressed grave concern over the severe lack of health and humanitarian aid, warning that thousands of patients are at risk of death in the current situation.

In a statement posted on the social media platform X, Ghebreyesus emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire, decrying the existing conditions in Gaza as a "cease-food, cease-water, cease-fuel, cease-care" reality imposed on its residents.

"We must find a way to a cease-fire instead of the current reality of cease-food, cease-water, cease-fuel, cease-care imposed on Gazans," Ghebreyesus added, underscoring the pressing need for immediate action to address the crisis.

The call for a humanitarian ceasefire comes amid escalating tensions in the region and a severe humanitarian situation in Gaza, where essential supplies and medical assistance are in critically short supply.

The WHO's chief is urging the international community to take swift action to prevent a further deterioration of the health and humanitarian situation in the area. (ILKHA)