What happened
A six-year-old girl in Gaza has undergone over 20 surgeries to control infections after being injured in an alleged Israeli air strike in late July. Witnesses claim that Raseel al-Balawi's tent in al-Mawasi camp was hit by an Israeli helicopter strike. However, Israel's military denies any record of the attack and expresses regret over harm to civilians.
Raseel's situation is being closely monitored by medical professionals, who are working to manage her frequent surgeries and prevent further complications. The incident has highlighted the challenges faced by doctors in Gaza, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict and infrastructure destruction.
The BBC has been documenting Raseel's story, as well as the experiences of other children in Gaza, to shed light on the human impact of the conflict. The reporting has revealed the significant difficulties faced by civilians, especially children, in accessing basic necessities and medical care amidst the devastation.
