Israel Agrees to Localized Humanitarian Pauses in Gaza for Polio Vaccinations

Aug 29, 2024, 04:50 PM

Israel has agreed to implement localized humanitarian pauses in the ongoing conflict in Gaza to facilitate a polio vaccination campaign, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision comes amid American pressure and follows the confirmation of the first polio case in 25 years in the region. Details regarding the specific dates, duration, and areas covered by the truce have not yet been clarified. The United Nations has also announced these limited pauses in fighting to ensure the vaccinations can be carried out. The agreement comes on day 328 of the conflict.