Dr. Alaa al-Najjar and her injured son, Adam, are making their way to Italy after the tragic loss of their family in an Israeli strike that left them devastated. The evacuation comes as violence continues to affect the region, with a reported death toll surpassing 54,981 in Gaza.
Gaza Doctor Evacuated to Italy After Losing Family in Air Strike
Gaza Doctor Evacuated to Italy After Losing Family in Air Strike
A Palestinian doctor who lost all nine of her children to an Israeli air strike is now being evacuated from Gaza to Italy with her only surviving child for medical treatment.
Dr. Alaa al-Najjar, a Palestinian physician, is set to leave Gaza alongside her 11-year-old son, Adam, who is recovering from severe injuries sustained during an Israeli air strike that took the lives of nine of his siblings and his father. This tragic event occurred on May 23, when their family home in Khan Younis was targeted. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have stated that they are reviewing the incident.
On Wednesday, a Red Crescent ambulance transported the mother and son across the border into Israel, where they will then be flown to Milan for further treatment. Adam’s medical condition has improved but he will require extensive care for his severely injured arm. The Italian foreign ministry confirmed that they would be accompanied by other injured Palestinians and family members in this humanitarian evacuation effort.
In an interview published just before their departure, Dr. Alaa shared the harrowing details of their loss. Her husband, Dr. Hamdi al-Najjar, perished days after the air strike due to critical injuries sustained during the attack. Adam was left with severe lacerations and fractures, yet he managed to survive, marking the end of the family’s tragic chapter.
The Israeli military has emphasized that their operations aim to counter perceived threats, but the ongoing violence has raised significant humanitarian concerns. As of now, the conflict has escalated, with reports from Gaza's health ministry indicating grave casualties amid Israeli military campaigns following Hamas's attacks on October 7.
A humanitarian crisis continues to unfold in the region, with international calls for comprehensive evaluations of civilian impacts and protections amidst ongoing hostilities. The situation remains critical as both local and global communities seek clarity and solutions to prevent further loss of innocent lives.
On Wednesday, a Red Crescent ambulance transported the mother and son across the border into Israel, where they will then be flown to Milan for further treatment. Adam’s medical condition has improved but he will require extensive care for his severely injured arm. The Italian foreign ministry confirmed that they would be accompanied by other injured Palestinians and family members in this humanitarian evacuation effort.
In an interview published just before their departure, Dr. Alaa shared the harrowing details of their loss. Her husband, Dr. Hamdi al-Najjar, perished days after the air strike due to critical injuries sustained during the attack. Adam was left with severe lacerations and fractures, yet he managed to survive, marking the end of the family’s tragic chapter.
The Israeli military has emphasized that their operations aim to counter perceived threats, but the ongoing violence has raised significant humanitarian concerns. As of now, the conflict has escalated, with reports from Gaza's health ministry indicating grave casualties amid Israeli military campaigns following Hamas's attacks on October 7.
A humanitarian crisis continues to unfold in the region, with international calls for comprehensive evaluations of civilian impacts and protections amidst ongoing hostilities. The situation remains critical as both local and global communities seek clarity and solutions to prevent further loss of innocent lives.
