Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) has urgently requested the Israeli military to disclose the whereabouts of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza.
Key Points:
- Dr. Abu Safia was reportedly arrested during the storming and destruction of the hospital by Israeli forces after refusing to leave until all patients were safely evacuated.
- PHRI condemned the arrest, stating that it was part of a broader assault on Gaza’s healthcare system.
- The organization revealed that over 1,000 healthcare workers in Gaza have been killed by Israeli forces, more than 230 detained, and 130 are still in custody.
- International law guarantees special protections for healthcare workers, and PHRI has called for Dr. Abu Safia’s immediate release to prevent further escalation of the crisis.
