The head of the World Health Organization has referred to as for a ceasefire in Gaza, saying that the communications blackout is making it unimaginable for ambulances to succeed in injured folks.

“We are still out of touch with our staff and health facilities. I’m worried about their safety,” mentioned Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in a submit on X on Saturday morning.

He added that the extraordinary bombardment meant that it was not potential for folks to seek out shelter within the enclave.

“[The World Health Organization] appeals to all those who have the power to push for a ceasefire to act NOW,” mentioned Ghebreyesus.

In an announcement, the WHO mentioned: “Reports of bombardment near the Indonesia and Al Shifa hospitals are gravely concerning . . . Hospitals across Gaza are already operating at maximum capacity due to the injuries sustained in weeks of unrelenting bombardment, and are  unable to absorb a dramatic rise in the number of patients”.