World Health Organisation (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has called for a ceasefire, citing grim findings during visits to Al-Awda and Kamal Adwan hospitals in northern Gaza.

“The situation at Al-Awda Hospital is particularly appalling, as one of the buildings is destroyed,” Ghebreyesus said in a post on X.

“We appeal to Israel to ensure humanitarian aid can be delivered safely, and regularly,” he said.

“Civilians, especially children, and health staff need scaled-up help immediately. But the key medicine all these patients need is peace. Ceasefire,” he added.