Boy from Gaza comes to Atlanta, begins treatment after losing legs in the war

Yassin Alghalban, an 11-year-old boy from Gaza, began medical treatment in Atlanta after losing his legs in a bombing last year. He and his family flew into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport last week, seeking medical assistance through Heal Palestine. Yassin has endured significant trauma, including the loss of his legs and family members, which has resulted in PTSD. Ghada Elnajjar, a volunteer assisting the family, noted that life in Atlanta feels drastically different, with no sounds of war and an abundance of food. Yassin’s siblings are set to begin school, having been out of education for over two years due to the ongoing conflict.

Volunteers reported a positive outcome from Yassin's initial medical appointment, but he will need further surgery before being fitted for prosthetic legs. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, impacting many families like Yassin's. Israeli officials have denied allegations of widespread starvation among civilians in the region.