ALBAWABA - In a stark aftermath of the Israeli army's recent withdrawal from northwest Gaza Strip, the Sheikh Hamed bin Khalifa Al Thani Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Hospital stands as a symbol of profound destruction.
This withdrawal marked the first time Israeli forces retreated from the northwest areas of Gaza City since the initiation of the ground offensive on October 27, 2023. The offensive, characterized by attacks on various regions and neighborhoods, was a response to continuous violations against Palestinians and sacred sites, notably Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Established in 2019 with a generous $407 million donation from the Qatar Committee for the Reconstruction of Gaza Strip, the hospital played a crucial role in providing rehabilitation and prosthetic limbs. The Israeli military's actions have not only targeted medical facilities but have also inflicted widespread harm on the community's essential services.
The armed wing of Hamas, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, responded with a comprehensive attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, citing the need to counter ongoing violations against Palestinians. Israel reported 1,200 casualties and 5,132 injuries resulting from the October 7 attacks.
