American doctors finally exit Gaza
Eleven American medical professionals trapped in Gaza have finally been allowed to leave.
Israeli authorities prevented the group, including doctors and nurses from California and Florida, from exiting for nearly a week.
The volunteers were on a medical mission performing life-saving surgeries.
They were originally scheduled to leave on Jan. 23 but were blocked at the Karam Abu Salem crossing.
After several days of uncertainty, they crossed into Jordan on Jan. 28.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its state chapters in California and Florida welcomed their safe exit but condemned the delay.
CAIR’s National Executive Director Nihad Awad called the blockade an intimidation tactic against humanitarian workers.
He criticized the administrations of both former president Joe Biden and President Donald Trump for failing to protect American doctors providing urgent care in Gaza.
CAIR CEO Hussam Ayloush said the Israeli government’s actions aimed to deter medical aid efforts.
CAIR-Florida’s Executive Director Abdullah Jaber called it a deliberate move, accusing Israel of obstructing life-saving care while the U.S. remained silent.
Advocates continue to demand action to protect medical workers and ensure humanitarian aid reaches Gaza without obstruction.
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