Written questions

Gaza: Armed Conflict

Lords · Question HL9007 · Tabled 1 Jul 2025 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 15 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by The Lord Bishop of Gloucester

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will advocate for an independent and thorough investigation of all Israeli attacks on hospitals, healthcare infrastructure and medical personnel in Gaza, and the alleged misuse of those facilities.

Answer

Answered by Lord Collins of Highbury, 15 Jul 2025

The situation regarding healthcare facilities in Gaza is dire. The World Health Organization reports that 94 per cent of hospitals are damaged or destroyed and the remaining functional hospitals, including Nasser Hospital, are overwhelmed.In April, the Fo...