The Red Cross warned that many medical facilities in Gaza are suffering from "extreme pressure" beyond their capacity following the recent Israeli bombardment of the Strip, coinciding with what the World Health Organization confirmed about a shortage of medicines in the Strip.

Tommaso Della Longa, spokesman for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, said on Tuesday that Palestinian Red Crescent Society workers confirmed that "many health facilities across Gaza are under extreme pressure, exceeding their capacity." He noted that health facilities are suffering from a high number of patients and pressure amid declining supplies.

"There is a shortage of food, supplies, and fuel," he said, adding that Palestinian Red Crescent teams are assessing the impact of the fuel shortage on ambulance services and the ability of paramedics to reach those in need.

He added, "There is a shortage of medical equipment and medicines in hospitals and clinics. This makes it even more difficult to provide the necessary treatment to save lives."

For his part, World Health Organization spokesman Tarik Jasarevic warned of depleting drug stocks.

"Unfortunately, due to this shortage of medicines, there is a risk that health workers will not be able to provide treatment for various medical conditions, not just injuries," he told reporters, stressing that many supplies are running out.

He explained that the World Health Organization has 16 trucks waiting at the El Arish crossing on the Egyptian side of the border with Gaza, while essential medical supplies are being purchased.

For its part, Doctors Without Borders reported that its teams received a large influx of wounded at its field hospital, clinic, and Nasser Hospital.

"The types of injuries are extremely difficult, ranging from amputations to complex orthopedic cases and burns," said Mohammed Abu Mughsib, the organization's deputy medical coordinator in southern Gaza.

He added, "Hospitals are unable to cope with the large number of victims they receive at once."

"It was absolutely terrifying for 20 minutes, with bombs falling everywhere," said Claire Nicolet, head of MSF's emergency department, who is currently in Gaza.