The European Union has called for a three-day humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza to allow for the vaccination of over 640,000 Palestinian children, following the first polio case in 25 years, which has paralyzed a 10-month-old infant. The polio outbreak threat is heightened by ongoing conflict, making vaccine distribution challenging. In Pakistan, efforts to eradicate polio are hampered by parental refusals and fraudulent vaccination practices, with 16 new cases reported this year. Karachi officials emphasize the need for a unified national effort to completely eradicate polio, noting recent decreases in cases and efforts to improve health infrastructure. Cooperation among political parties and public support are critical to the success of vaccination campaigns in Pakistan.