WHO says medical supplies for Gaza face average 74-day wait for Israeli clearance
A World Health Organization representative said delays in clearance are pushing medicines closer to expiry before they reach patients in Gaza.
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Large volumes of medical supplies intended for Gaza are facing wait times of up to 74 days for clearance by Israeli authorities, the World Health Organization has said, warning that the delays risk compromising the usability of the aid.
A WHO representative said that "every extra day in storage or in transit brings medicines a day closer to expiry, an equipment closer to being damaged before it ever reaches the person who needs it," underscoring concerns about the practical impact of prolonged clearance procedures on humanitarian operations in Gaza.
Humanitarian access challenges
International humanitarian organizations have repeatedly raised concerns about the pace and scale of aid entering Gaza throughout the conflict, citing bureaucratic and logistical obstacles that slow the delivery of essential supplies, including medicines, medical equipment and other humanitarian goods.
The WHO's comments point specifically to the clearance process required before supplies can be transported into Gaza, a step that has been a recurring point of friction between humanitarian agencies and Israeli authorities overseeing border crossings and inspections.
Impact on healthcare delivery
Prolonged delays in medical supply deliveries can have significant consequences for healthcare provision in Gaza, where hospitals and clinics have faced shortages of medicines and equipment throughout the conflict. Expired or damaged supplies caused by extended storage times can further strain an already overburdened healthcare system.
The WHO has continued to call for expedited and more predictable processes to allow humanitarian supplies to reach Gaza's population without unnecessary delay.
Sources
- Large volumes of medical supplies for Gaza face wait times of 74 days for Israeli clearance: WHO — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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