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Amnesty International Demands Release of Detained Gaza Hospital Director

Jun 06, 2026 12:49 AM CT Gaza Strip humanitarian,gaza,medical personnel,detainees,amnesty international

Summary

Amnesty International Secretary General Agnes Callamard has called for the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, following reports of his transfer to solitary confinement. This incident highlights ongoing humanitarian concerns regarding the treatment of medical personnel and detainees in Gaza, contributing to international pressure on Israel regarding its conduct in the conflict zone.

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Amnesty chief calls for release of Gaza hospital director Abu Safia Agnes Callamard, secretary general of Amnesty International, has called on Israel to release Dr Hussam Abu Safia, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, following reports that he was transferred to solitary confinement in ...

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Detained Dr. Hussam Abu Safia and transferred him to solitary confinement, prompting international criticism.