UN Urges Release of Gaza Doctor | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

A UN inquiry is urgently demanding the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, who’s been detained by Israel since December 2024 and faces alleged abuse and deteriorating health. Human rights groups and his lawyer back the UN’s call, warning his detention violates international law, while Israel denies all claims. A separate UN body also labeled his imprisonment arbitrary and called for his immediate freedom, as deadly airstrikes continue to hit Gaza, killing civilians including children. The situation deepens amid mounting global concern and Israel’s…