The World Health Organization spokesperson, Christian Lindmeier, stated today, Tuesday, that "more than 16 healthcare workers have lost their lives while performing their duties in Gaza," and called for lifting restrictions on medical aid, saying that "some doctors are performing surgeries, including amputations, without anesthesia." Lindmeier added: "More than 16 healthcare workers have died while on duty caring for the injured and patients. These individuals are the ones who maintain the health system with their dedication, and somehow find a way to uphold a certain level of service," without citing a source for this information.