Doctors And Nurses Around The World Are Demanding Israel Free The Director Of Kamal Adwan Hospital In Gaza

Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya had refused to leave his patients and was last seen walking alone towards the Israeli military.

Doctors And Nurses Around The World Are Demanding Israel Free The Director Of Kamal Adwan Hospital In Gaza

Thousands of doctors and medical workers worldwide are calling for the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza.

On Dec. 27, Israeli forces stormed Kamal Adwan and arrested Abu Safiya, who had refused to leave his patients.

They also arrested staff and forced patients to strip to their underwear and leave the hospital before setting the building on fire.

Abu Safiya himself was injured on Nov. 24 by shrapnel from an Israeli drone strike while he was taking care of patients.

He is currently being held at Sde Teiman prison, an Israeli detention facility notorious for its harsh treatment of Palestinians detained there, according to CNN.

The Israeli military has said that Dr. Abu Safiya was detained due to alleged links to Hamas, but has not yet provided any evidence.

His son released a video pleading with the international community to help to free his father.

“We have received testimonies from released detainees confirming our father has been subjected to humiliation and abuse – including being forced to undress and being used as a human shield,” he said in his statement.

Doctors from countries like Egypt, the UK, Brazil, India, and Canada have joined the campaign to free Abu Safiya.

Many people shared images of themselves holding signs with the hashtag “#FreeDrHussamAbuSafiyeh” on X, raising attention to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.

In addition, more than 1,400 people have signed a petition asking for his release, pointing out medical facilities and workers are protected under international law.

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