Introduction. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a growing threat to global health, particularly in conditions that facilitate disease transmission. Conditions in the Gaza Strip caused by armed conflict, including poor sanitation, overcrowding, and significant damage to healthcare infrastructure, hinder effective infection control measures, and may facilitate the rapid spread of resistant pathogens.
Methods. This paper reviewed existing literature and reports on the ongoing conflict in Gaza and its relationship to the spread of AMR.
Results. The review identified significant implications of AMR in conflict settings for both the health and economic sectors while considering the ethical and political challenges of international intervention.
Conclusion. Potential measures to limit the spread of AMR in war zones include vaccination campaigns, strengthened humanitarian aid, and antimicrobial stewardship initiatives. Improved international cooperation may help to address the spread of AMR in conflict settings and its broader global health implications.