Gaza
Infant evacuated during airstrike reunites with mother in Gaza
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Bissan was born prematurely when an airstrike struck Gaza, forcing doctors to deliver her by emergency cesarean section. The newborn was evacuated in an incubator to Egypt for medical care, separated from her mother in the chaos of the bombardment. After weeks abroad, the infant has now returned to Gaza to meet her mother for the first time since birth.
The case reflects the broader displacement crisis affecting Palestinian families during the conflict, with medical emergencies compounding the challenges of war. Bissan's journey from emergency delivery through evacuation and return occurred as Gaza's healthcare system faced severe strain from the bombardment.
