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Premature Births Surge in Gaza Amid Conflict

Updated 2026-07-25 07:40 UTC 1 source Negative

The conflict in Gaza has led to a significant increase in premature births, endangering both mothers and babies. UN Secretary-General Guterres is set to visit the region for the first time in 17 years.

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