Despite the non-stop conflict, Gaza’s Nasser Medical Complex, the largest functioning hospital in the territory, is on the brink of catastrophic failure. Medical staff report that continuous fuel shortages could soon halt life-saving services. The situation worsened as Israeli forces advanced into Khan Younis, necessitating the suspension of patient admissions on Thursday. As Israeli tanks moved closer, medical personnel inside the hospital expressed fears of being caught in the violence, stating they felt “closer to death than to life.”

Doctors shared their grievances, highlighting the urgent need for power to run critical medical equipment. They reported operating under intense pressure with extreme resource limitations, caring for considerably more patients than the hospital's usual capacity of 350.

Reports indicate that the fighting has led to severe injuries among civilians, particularly young boys, who have been harmed while searching for food or aid for their families. The Israeli military has stated it’s targeting "terrorist infrastructure," but the fallout on healthcare has drawn international concern.

As the humanitarian crisis deepens, there are calls for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of life, with hopes for a ceasefire deal being discussed. But with ongoing negotiations stalled, the future of both the medical staff and patients remains precarious as they navigate this critical moment in the conflict.