Five-year-old Mira needs emergency care for a severe, but treatable condition. An East Jerusalem hospital is ready to treat her— she just needs permission. On June 8, 2026, her 11-year-old brother Seraj passed away from the same illness while waiting to be medically evacuated.

We have seen the consequences of this kind of delay before.

In March, five month-old Baby Alma was accepted for emergency treatment at a Jerusalem hospital, and the U.S. Ambassador intervened to press for her evacuation. But it was too late. On March 24th, she died waiting. This should never happen again. 4,000 children like Alma and Mira await medical evacuation.

Meanwhile, dozens of Palestinian healthcare workers are being illegally detained in Israeli prisons, including prominent pediatrician and neonatologist Dr. Husam Abu Safiya, who has been held for nearly 2 years without charge. A visit by his lawyers in early July revealed that his condition has deteriorated severely, and many fear he will die soon. Dr. Abu Safiya and his colleagues must be released immediately, as one of the most important components of the restoration of Gaza's medical system is the return of doctors to Gaza's hospitals to treat their patients.

Tell Congress to act now. Urge your Senators and Representative to reopen the medical corridor from Gaza to the East Jerusalem Hospital Network, and to press for the release of the detained Palestinian healthcare workers.

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Thousands of children just like Mira are still waiting for care they cannot get in Gaza. Your voice can help save a life today.

5 year old Mira	11 year old Seraj Sep 6, 2014 - Jun 8, 2026	Baby Alma Oct. 14, 2025 - Mar. 24, 2026