Israeli forces raided Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza, overnight Friday, expelling some staff and displacing individuals before withdrawing, according to the hospital’s administration.
This act of aggression by Israeli forces has caused great distress and concern among the Palestinian community and the international community alike. The hospital, a vital lifeline for the people of Beit Lahiya and surrounding areas, was targeted in the middle of the night, with no prior warning or explanation.
The staff at Kamal Adwan Hospital work tirelessly every day to provide medical care to the people of Gaza, who have been facing a humanitarian crisis for years due to the ongoing blockade and conflict. The hospital has been a beacon of hope for the people, providing medical services regardless of their political affiliation or background.
The Israeli forces not only expelled some of the hospital staff but also displaced individuals who were seeking medical treatment or were visiting their loved ones. This blatant violation of human rights has left many families worried about the fate of their loved ones and the continuity of their medical care.
The hospital administration has condemned this unlawful act and called on the international community to take immediate action to ensure the protection of medical facilities and staff in the occupied Palestinian territories. This is not the first time Kamal Adwan Hospital has been targeted by Israeli forces. In 2014, during the Israeli offensive on Gaza, the hospital was heavily damaged, and two staff members were killed.
The timing of this raid is particularly alarming, as Gaza is currently facing a surge in COVID-19 cases and is in desperate need of medical resources. The hospital has been at full capacity, with a shortage of essential supplies and equipment, and this raid has only added to the challenges faced by the medical staff.
Despite the aggression and disruption, the hospital staff remained determined to continue their work and provide the necessary care to their patients. They have been working to restore the hospital to its full capacity, and fortunately, no major damage was reported.
This incident has once again shed light on the ongoing violations and aggression towards the Palestinian people by Israeli forces. The targeting of hospitals and medical facilities is a clear violation of international law and the right to access to healthcare.
The international community must take a stand against these repeated attacks and ensure the protection of medical facilities and staff in the occupied Palestinian territories. The people of Gaza deserve to live in dignity and have access to the necessary healthcare services.
The staff at Kamal Adwan Hospital are a true testament to the resilience and perseverance of the Palestinian people. Despite the challenges and obstacles they face daily, they continue to provide vital medical care to their community.
In these difficult times, it is crucial to stand in solidarity with the people of Gaza and support the work of Kamal Adwan Hospital and other medical facilities in the region. We must not turn a blind eye to the suffering and injustice faced by the Palestinian people, and we must demand accountability for these violations.
Let us join hands to support the people of Gaza and their right to access essential healthcare services without fear of aggression or displacement. Together, we can make a difference and bring hope to those who need it the most.
