Israel Allows Children from Gaza for Medical Treatment

SOURCE www.npr.org
Israel allows a small group of kids to leave Gaza for medical treatment after two months, following US pressure and a court challenge in Israel. Many more patients are still waiting to be allowed out.

Key Points

  • Israel allowed a small group of children to leave Gaza for medical treatment after a two-month halt
  • Thousands of patients are still on the waiting list for evacuation
  • Pressure from the US and a court challenge in Israel influenced the decision

Pros

  • Children from Gaza are able to receive necessary medical treatment
  • Pressure from the US and a court challenge in Israel led to this decision

Cons

  • Many more patients still await approval to leave Gaza for medical treatment
  • Some patients have died while waiting for evacuation