Iraq welcomed the first batch of Palestinian wounded and critically ill patients from Gaza at Baghdad International Airport.
Under the supervision of Health Minister Saleh Al-Hasnawi and by order of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani, a delegation of 27 wounded individuals, including those suffering from severe ailments, arrived for medical treatment.
Deputy Health Minister Hani Al-Aqabi stated, “This initial group comprises children, women, and elderly along with 42 accompanying family members.
Among them are individuals with serious conditions who will receive comprehensive care at Baghdad’s Medical City.”
Al-Aqabi further highlighted the Iraqi Ministry of Health’s preparedness in facilitating the transfer and medical care, following Prime Minister Al-Sudani’s directives to provide humanitarian and medical assistance, along with food supplies to the Palestinian people.
“This batch is only the beginning,” Al-Aqabi affirmed. “Subsequent groups will follow as part of our ongoing commitment to support the Palestinian people in their time of need.”
Iraq’s government’s initiative underscores its role in regional humanitarian efforts and reinforces its support for the Palestinian cause.
United Nations (UN) Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator Martin Griffiths stated that international law should not discriminate between any parties accused of committing war crimes.
In an exclusive interview with Sky News Arabia, Griffiths emphasised, “We do not cooperate with Hamas in Gaza on aid matters, and there is no doubt that Hamas committed a terrorist act on October 7.”
He further stressed that “Gaza should be governed by Palestinians after the war.”
Griffiths noted, “The war in Gaza is still far from over,” adding, “Famine is rampant in Gaza, and it is primarily affecting children.”
