Doha: The "Rebuilding Hope: Healing, Reconstruction, and Resilience" discussion panel, held on Thursday as part of the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH 2024), discussed the health situation in Gaza and ways to overcome the challenges facing relief and medical teams in the sector. According to Qatar News Agency, speakers at the panel, attended by HE Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani, along with various dignitaries, agreed that the broadcasted situation in Gaza is understated. Residents live amidst destruction, with many amputating limbs without anesthesia, and entire families vanishing. Health workers face constant danger everywhere. HE Minister of Health of the State of Palestine Majid Ramadan highlighted the daily challenges faced by health workers amidst shortages of electricity, water, and medical supplies, with shelling surrounding them. The increasing number of injured, coupled with the lack of resources, severely impacts their mental health. Despite the grim reality, Palestinians have developed resilience, reinforcing their belief in their cause and connection to their homeland. He called for an immediate halt to the conflict and support for Palestinians, emphasizing the massive destruction and urgent needs. He criticized the Israeli occupation forces for hindering medical teams' access to the Strip. UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza, Sigrid Kaag, noted that political leaders are obstructing ceasefire efforts, complicating relief and reconstruction. She stressed that without political solutions, relief and medical workers are unable to fulfill their duties. HE Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa, Naledi Pandor, urged major countries to support Gaza, emphasizing the need for a global approach to prevent recurrence of such events. She advocated for negotiation and reconciliation mechanisms to allow victims to recover. Chief of Staff of UNRWA, Ben Majekodunmi, highlighted the agency's role, se rving as a lifeline with over 17,000 employees providing essential services in Gaza. He condemned Israeli legislation banning UNRWA, warning of the cessation of crucial humanitarian services. Rossella Miccio, President of Emergency NGO, shifted focus to Sudan, citing the ongoing armed conflict since April 2023 as the largest modern displacement operation. She reported that 80 percent of Khartoum's health facilities are out of service due to looting by Rapid Support Forces, with some Sudanese health workers choosing to remain and serve their community.