MADRID, August 1, 2025 (WAFA) – Thirteen injured and sick children from the Gaza Strip arrived in Spain with their families to receive treatment at Spanish hospitals.

Spanish Minister of Health Mónica García, who welcomed the group upon their arrival, affirmed that Spain is a country of solidarity and does not turn its back on suffering, stressing that this is not enough and that more must be done.

She called on Israel to implement an immediate ceasefire and to allow humanitarian aid to enter, enabling the provision of essential medical care and the unimpeded entry of food, so that civilians can live in peace in a Palestinian state recognized by Spain.

The minister confirmed that, despite the challenges, the evacuation was successfully carried out. She explained that Spain is undertaking this operation because the bombardment has devastated the health system, even though hospitals are safeguarded under international law.

She also highlighted that one of the children has a heart condition and is accompanied by his mother, who is an amputee. They traveled alone because Israel prevented the father from accompanying them.

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