Global Outcry Intensifies Over Death of Gaza Doctor in Israeli Custody
The death of Dr. Adnan Al-Bursh, a senior Palestinian orthopedic surgeon, in Israeli detention has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for accountability.
- Dr. Adnan Al-Bursh, head of orthopedics at Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital, died after over four months in Israeli detention, with his death labeled as 'assassination' by Palestinian groups.
- International health organizations and the UN have decried the targeting of healthcare workers in Gaza, where over 496 medical personnel have been killed since the conflict's escalation.
- Allegations of torture and mistreatment of detainees by Israeli forces have been reported, with 18 Palestinians dying in custody since the conflict began.
- Israel defends its actions, citing security concerns and accusing Hamas of militarizing hospitals, claims which medical personnel deny.
- The ongoing conflict has resulted in the displacement of most of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents and a dire humanitarian crisis.
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