IDF in Cooperation With COGAT Helps Facilitate the Safe Evacuation of Newborn Babies From Shifa Hospital to Receive Essential Medical Attention in Egypt

20.11.23
IDF

Over the last day, the IDF in cooperation with COGAT helped facilitate the safe evacuation of newborn Gazan babies from the pediatric ward of Shifa Hospital to receive essential medical treatment in Egypt.

The coordination of this vital mission was at the request of Egypt and the Director of the Shifa Hospital. The evacuation was carried out by UN teams with the assistance of IDF teams on the ground. Israeli incubators were provided to the Shifa hospital for the rescue effort of the babies.

The IDF remains steadfast in its resolve to assist in the humanitarian efforts in Gaza and its commitment to upholding human dignity and providing aid in times of crisis.