A new report published in the Lancet medical journal warns that the global humanitarian system is buckling under the weight of escalating crises, from Sudan to Gaza. Researchers say civilians are suffering as hospitals come under attack and aid fails to reach those in need. According to the authors, the scale and complexity of modern conflicts have exposed deep flaws in the current system.

The report, titled 'Health in a World of Crises and Impunity,' argues that while the world possesses the knowledge and resources to save lives, humanitarian structures are too bureaucratic and too slow to respond effectively. Sudan’s civil war, which has displaced millions and pushed communities toward famine, is cited as a stark example of systemic failure.

The authors call for sweeping reforms, including changes at the United Nations and a reassessment of the closure of the United States Agency for International Development. They contend that restructuring efforts must avoid harming vulnerable populations and instead focus on delivering aid more directly to local communities.

Experts behind the report are urging a fundamental rebalancing of global humanitarian efforts, emphasizing accountability when governments or armed groups block assistance and reaffirming health care as a basic human right. They argue that without major reform, the system will remain unable to meet the growing needs of people caught in crisis.