Gaza, June 6 (Petra) – The Ministry of Health in Gaza said Saturday
that restrictions on the movement of patients and wounded individuals
through the Rafah crossing are worsening their health conditions,
accusing Israeli authorities of failing to fulfill commitments
related to medical evacuations.

In a statement, the ministry said only 840 patients have been allowed
to leave Gaza for treatment since the ceasefire took effect, despite
ongoing medical needs.

The ministry added that the number of patients permitted to travel
has been reduced from the agreed 150 per day to 90 patients and their
companions.

It noted that security clearances for many registered cases have been
delayed for more than two months.

According to the ministry, repeated closures of the crossing have
disrupted and delayed travel procedures for patients and the wounded
seeking treatment abroad.

The ministry stressed that all medical and administrative procedures
carried out by its Medical Referrals Committee, in coordination with
the World Health Organisation, are clearly defined and managed
through a comprehensive electronic monitoring system.

//Petra// AK