Marah Abu Zuhri, who was evacuated from Gaza to Italy due to critical health conditions, succumbed to her ailments in a hospital less than 48 hours after her arrival. Her case highlights the grave humanitarian situation in Gaza, where malnutrition and severe health issues are escalating due to the continuing conflict.
Gazan Woman Evacuated to Italy Dies Days After Arrival Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis
Gazan Woman Evacuated to Italy Dies Days After Arrival Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis
A 20-year-old woman from Gaza, severely malnourished, dies after being flown to Italy for medical care under a government initiative amid ongoing conflict.
The woman flew to Pisa accompanied by her mother as part of a special Italian government scheme aimed at assisting those in need from Gaza. The University Hospital of Pisa reported that Marah suffered a cardiac arrest, linked to extreme malnutrition and significant weight loss. Her death has drawn attention to the warnings issued by the United Nations regarding widespread malnutrition risks within Gaza, with experts stating that a catastrophic famine scenario may be unfolding.
The Israeli government has countered such claims, asserting that there is no famine and alleging that aid organizations are failing to deliver assistance. More than 180 patients, including children and adults with severe medical needs, have been evacuated to Italy since the onset of the Israel-Gaza conflict. Recent reports indicated that another group of 31 individuals arrived in the country, highlighting the urgency for medical support.
In parallel, British lawmakers are calling for the immediate evacuation of sick children from Gaza to the UK, amidst delays in the government's promised evacuation scheme. The Home Office stated it plans to expedite the process, though procedures are complicated by required biometric tests for the children and their guardians.
As the conflict intensifies, the situation in Gaza City deteriorates further, with heavy bombardment from Israeli forces resulting in mass displacement and significant casualties. Official reports indicate high fatalities, with claims from the Hamas-run health ministry indicating over 60,000 deaths since the beginning of the war.
The Israeli military maintains that its operations are targeted at Hamas militants rather than civilians, and disputes the death tolls provided by Palestinian health officials. The ongoing violence exacerbates the humanitarian plight in the region, raising critical concerns about the needs of residents facing severe shortages of food, shelter, and medical care.
The Israeli government has countered such claims, asserting that there is no famine and alleging that aid organizations are failing to deliver assistance. More than 180 patients, including children and adults with severe medical needs, have been evacuated to Italy since the onset of the Israel-Gaza conflict. Recent reports indicated that another group of 31 individuals arrived in the country, highlighting the urgency for medical support.
In parallel, British lawmakers are calling for the immediate evacuation of sick children from Gaza to the UK, amidst delays in the government's promised evacuation scheme. The Home Office stated it plans to expedite the process, though procedures are complicated by required biometric tests for the children and their guardians.
As the conflict intensifies, the situation in Gaza City deteriorates further, with heavy bombardment from Israeli forces resulting in mass displacement and significant casualties. Official reports indicate high fatalities, with claims from the Hamas-run health ministry indicating over 60,000 deaths since the beginning of the war.
The Israeli military maintains that its operations are targeted at Hamas militants rather than civilians, and disputes the death tolls provided by Palestinian health officials. The ongoing violence exacerbates the humanitarian plight in the region, raising critical concerns about the needs of residents facing severe shortages of food, shelter, and medical care.
