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Spain receives first group of wounded Gaza children in new initiative

26 July 2024 15:18 BST

Fifteen children from Gaza arrived in Spain to receive treatment as part of a new initiative launched by the Palestine Children's Relief Fund (PCRF), the European Union and the World Health Organization (WHO).

This programme aims to evacuate and treat hundreds of wounded and ill Palestinian children from Gaza in European hospitals.

Spain is the first host country to welcome the injured children, with many more expected to follow soon, according to a statement by the PCRF.

“This marks a significant step in addressing the urgent healthcare needs of children, facilitating the evacuation and treatment of hundreds of injured and ailing Palestinian children in European hospitals,” the statement read.

The first group of children, aged three to 17 years, arrived in Madrid from Cairo on Friday, accompanied by their immediate family members.

Wounded Palestinian children from Gaza arrive in Madrid for treatment (supplied/PCRF)
Wounded Palestinian children from Gaza arrive in Madrid for medical treatment (supplied/PCRF)