The following was posted on X on Dec. 29 by the family of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of northern Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital, who was arrested by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Dec. 27, as they destroyed this last hospital in north Gaza. The family is asking everyone to share its message, reported the Middle East Monitor.
“Peace, mercy and the blessings of Allah be upon you all.
“We are the family of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. It is no secret to anyone the immense efforts Dr. Hussam has made since the beginning of the war to support the only health system for the residents of North Gaza, your families, friends, and loved ones. His most recent effort was after the military operation on North Gaza, following the 84-day siege. During this time they endured the harshest trials, including hunger, oppression, bombardment, and threats, all for the sake of the patients.
“Tragically, he lost his beloved son, Ibrahim, and he himself suffered severe injuries. It shouild be noted that my father is still affected by his injuries to this day. We do not know the fate of our father. We appeal you to take action, raise awareness, exert media pressure, and produce reports to pressure the occupation for his immediate release.
“Our father is now suffering from the extreme cold. You have all heard from eyewitnesses who were recently released about how my father was forced to strip off his clothes, including his medical coat, and was used as a human shield.
“We implore every living conscience, every international organization, and institution to act immediately.
“It is also worth noting that we hold Kazakhstani citizenship.
“#DoNotNormalizeTheScene
#DrHussamIsInDanger.
“Please share the story as widely as possible.”
