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Middle EastPublished: 29 August 2026 at 23:25

Gaza hospital reports total shortage of cancer medicines amid ongoing Israeli strikes

Officials at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Gaza say all cancer treatment medicines have run out, as Israeli military strikes on the territory continue.

Staff at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Gaza have announced that the facility no longer has any medicines available for treating cancer patients. The shortage comes as Israeli military strikes on the Gaza Strip continue without interruption.

Hospital officials stated that supplies of oncology medication have been completely exhausted, leaving cancer patients without access to necessary drug therapy. The source report does not provide further details on how many patients are affected by the shortage.

Context

The report comes as Gaza's healthcare system remains under severe strain amid the ongoing conflict and continued military operations. Hospitals in the territory are reported to be struggling to maintain care for patients despite dwindling resources and persistent Israeli strikes.

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