Six-year-old Raseel al-Balawi in Gaza has undergone more than 20 surgeries since an Israeli air strike injured her in late July. Witnesses report that her tent in al-Mawasi camp was struck by an Israeli helicopter, leading to frequent surgeries to manage infections in her wounds. Israel's military has stated it has no record of the attack and expressed regret for any harm to civilians. BBC Eye Investigations has documented Raseel's situation over the summer as the ceasefire has faltered and bombardments have continued, highlighting the challenges faced by doctors in Gaza. The BBC World Service has been filming throughout the summer to illustrate how children in Gaza are coping amid significant destruction of essential infrastructure.
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Six-Year-Old Girl Undergoes Multiple Surgeries After Air Strike in Gaza
Raseel al-Balawi, a six-year-old girl in Gaza, has had over 20 surgeries following an injury from an Israeli air strike in late July. Witnesses claim her tent was hit, while Israel's military denies the attack. The BBC has been documenting the ongoing challenges faced by children in Gaza amidst continued conflict.
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