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- August 17, 2024
- 1:53 pm
- Middle East
Gaza's Health Ministry reported the first case of polio in the sector, a 10-month-old child in Dir al-Balah. The UN Secretary-General called on Hamas and Israel to ensure humanitarian pauses for polio vaccinations in the region. He expressed hope for peace and an immediate ceasefire to allow vaccinations to take place.
António Guterres has asked the parties to the conflict to provide guarantees for polio vaccination, stressing the importance of a humanitarian pause.
A member of Hamas's politburo reiterated the organization's support for the UN's call for a seven-day humanitarian pause. It is important to ensure safe conditions for vaccinations and protection of children from dangerous infections.
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