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Gaza war enters winter as health system nears collapse

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Gasia Ohanes
December 31, 2024

On the last day of 2024, the United Nations released a report about attacks on Gaza's hospitals since October 7, 2023. The report reveals widespread destruction that has left people at grave risk without lifesaving care.

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