Fewer Palestinians than anticipated were evacuated through Rafah to Egypt, causing disappointment among ambulance drivers. Despite previous evacuations under the Gaza ceasefire, Tuesday’s outcome saw no patients transferred, raising concerns regarding the efficiency of the operation.
On Tuesday, frustration was evident in Rafah as only a limited number of injured Palestinians were transferred to Egypt via the newly opened Rafah crossing. Though over 70 wounded individuals had previously been evacuated under the Gaza ceasefire agreement, ambulance drivers reported a disappointing outcome, with many unable to transport any patients that day, as noted by FRANCE 24 correspondent Nuria Teson.
The Rafah crossing serves as a critical gateway for the evacuation of wounded Palestinians from Gaza to Egyptian hospitals following a recent ceasefire. This development marked a significant humanitarian effort, aimed at addressing the medical needs of those injured during ongoing conflicts. The expectations surrounding the number of evacuees were set high, with hopes to provide timely medical assistance to those severely affected.
The recent efforts to evacuate injured Palestinians through the Rafah crossing highlight the challenges faced in humanitarian operations. Despite the ceasefire allowing for patient transfers, the overall response was underwhelming, leading to disappointment among ambulance personnel and advocates for the wounded, indicating a need for improved coordination and support in future evacuations.
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