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Smear Campaigns Against Gaza’s Doctors | Israel-Palestine conflict
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya Faces Extended Detention Without Charges
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya has been held in an Israeli prison for over a year without facing formal charges or a trial. Recent accusations have surfaced, labeling him as a colonel with Hamas, amidst a broader campaign to discredit Palestinian healthcare workers.
Al Jazeera’s Yasmeen Aboujabal reported that these smear tactics are increasingly targeted at medical professionals in the region, raising concerns about their impact on public perception and the ethical standards surrounding their treatment.
As the situation develops, it highlights ongoing tensions and the contentious environment within which Palestinian health workers operate.
