The UN agency for Palestinians has said only six out of 22 UNRWA health centres remain operational in the Gaza Strip due to “constant bombardment,” Al Jazeera reports.

In a post on X, UNRWA said 37 medical points were also in place, but essential medical supplies remained “critically low”.

“Unhindered access to deliver lifesaving aid, including medicine and basic medical supplies, is urgently needed,” it said.

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