Dr Muhammad Abu Salmiya: Director of Gaza's largest hospital arrested along with other doctors
Israeli army, along with other senior doctors from al-Shifa Hospital, the main medical facility in the Gaza Strip, as reported by doctors and various media sources.
The Israeli Broadcasting Authority reported the arrest, and Salmiya's cousin, Adham Abu Selmiya, confirmed it in a post on the social media platform X.
Health Ministry to suspend coordination with WHO
The Ministry of Health in Gaza is seeking clarification from the World Health Organization after medical personnel, traveling with patients in a WHO convoy, were halted and arrested by Israeli forces.
The health ministry in Gaza has opted to suspend coordination with the WHO on evacuations until a detailed report is provided, elucidating the events in question.
Tunnel complex beneath the hospital
Israel's ground offensive in northern Gaza has focused on Al-Shifa Hospital. Despite an evacuation order, around 180 patients reportedly remain, and the Israeli army alleges that a tunnel complex beneath the hospital was used by Hamas for attacks. Hamas and hospital officials deny these claims.
Hamas' reaction
Hamas strongly condemns the arrest, labeling it as despicable and lacking humanity and morals. The group stated that it violates international norms, emphasizing the obligation to protect medical personnel even in times of war.
Hamas is urging international organizations, including the Red Cross and the World Health Organization (WHO), to evacuate the remaining patients from al Shifa. Additionally, they are seeking assistance in securing the release of Dr. Salmiya and the medical for fulfilling their humanitarian duty.
WHO inspection
The WHO labeled al Shifa as a «death zone » following an inspection on Sunday, stating that 291 patients and 25 health
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