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Iranian Med Students Urge WHO to Act on Gaza Crisis

by خانم هاشمی

In a powerful letter to the World Health Organization, 40 Iranian medical institutions, led by Tehran University of Medical Sciences, have condemned the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and called for immediate intervention to protect healthcare workers and provide urgent medical aid.

A Unified Call for Justice

The Student Basij of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, in collaboration with 39 other medical centers across Iran, has addressed a formal letter to Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), urging the organization to take decisive action in response to the escalating humanitarian disaster in Gaza.

A Dire Humanitarian Situation

The letter highlights the dire conditions in Gaza, where hospitals and medical facilities have been repeatedly targeted, medical staff are losing their lives under rubble, and children are dying from preventable diseases due to a lack of essential medicines and care. The signatories express that the silence of global health authorities has deeply wounded the conscience of the medical community worldwide.

Five Urgent Demands

The medical institutions have outlined five key demands in their letter:

  1. Explicit condemnation and legal pursuit of the destruction of medical facilities and the killing of healthcare personnel.
  2. Deployment of independent health missions to document atrocities.
  3. Issuance of a global call for the immediate dispatch of medicines, equipment, and emergency teams with guaranteed security.
  4. Provision of a comprehensive and transparent report to the United Nations and independent media.
  5. Development of a reconstruction plan for Gaza’s health infrastructure in collaboration with global medical universities.

Accusations of International Law Violations

The letter also condemns the destruction of medical centers, obstruction of medical supplies, and attacks on aid workers as “flagrant violations of international humanitarian law.” It accuses the Israeli regime of using prohibited weapons and violating the Geneva Conventions.

A Global Medical Outcry

In conclusion, the signatories emphasize that the global public and the international medical community are closely watching the decisions and actions of the WHO. They assert that the organization has the power and responsibility to play a pivotal role in supporting the health and well-being of the oppressed people of Gaza.

This collective plea underscores the urgent need for international solidarity and immediate action to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, ensuring the protection of healthcare workers and the provision of essential medical aid to those in dire need.

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Conference and Meetings

Iran’s Medical Community Stands with Gaza

by خانم هاشمی

This Doctors’ and Pharmacists’ Day, Iran’s medical professionals sounded “Code 99” not to revive the critically ill, but to resurrect fading humanity. Donning white coats at the entrance of the University of Tehran, doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare workers rallied in solidarity with Gaza, amplifying the plight of its people to the world.

Protest at Tehran University Supports Gaza

According to Jahanbanou News Agency, on the anniversary of Doctors’ and Pharmacists’ Day, numerous Iranian medical professionals—physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare staff—gathered at the main gate of the University of Tehran in a protest aimed at supporting Gaza’s healthcare workers and oppressed civilians. The demonstration served as a repudiation of the atrocities committed by the Israeli regime.

Iran’s Medical Community Stands

The Symbolism of “Code 99”

This time, “Code 99” wasn’t an emergency code for critical patients—it became a call to revive humanity itself. In their white coats, participants embodied the humanitarian and professional responsibilities they feel toward suffering Gazans.

Ceremony Highlights

The event began with the recitation of verses from the Quran. This was followed by remarks from the head of Iran’s Medical Council, who stressed the urgent need to stand against injustice and defend the defenseless people of Gaza.

Trilingual Statement Condemning Israeli Crimes

An Arab-speaking female doctor read a statement in Persian, Arabic, and English. It explicitly condemned the Israeli regime’s crimes and demanded immediate action from international institutions. The statement, endorsed by those present, will be forwarded to global organizations.

Core Slogan & Visual Impact

The rally’s central slogan was: “Those who remain silent in the face of oppression become complicit; we will stand against the oppressor’s crimes.” By wearing white coats, participants visually reinforced their moral and professional duty to the Gazan people.

Reporter: Mahta Sanei

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West Asia

Martyrdom of Mariam Abu Dagga Highlights Gaza Press Tragedy

by خانم هاشمی

In the latest Israeli strike on Gaza, at least 20 people—including five journalists—were martyred at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. Among the fallen were Mariam Abu Dagga, Mohammed Salama, Hussam al-Masri, Moaz Abu Taha, and Ahmed Abu Aziz. These targeted attacks continue to silence independent reporting and deepen the humanitarian crisis in the besieged territory.

Deadly Double-Strike at Nasser Hospital

On August 25, 2025, Israeli warplanes struck the Nasser Hospital complex in Khan Younis in two successive “double-tap” strikes. The first attack devastated the hospital’s upper floors—where journalists often stationed themselves for live coverage—while the second strike hit medics, rescuers, and journalists who had rushed to assist at the scene. In total, at least 20 people were martyred, including five journalists, and several more were wounded.

Journalists Killed in the Attack

  • Mariam Abu Dagga – A 33-year-old freelance visual journalist who contributed to the Associated Press and other outlets; known for reporting on starving children in Gaza.
  • Mohammed Salama – A cameraman for Al Jazeera.
  • Hussam al-Masri – A Reuters contractor and photographer operating a live broadcast feed at the hospital.
  • Moaz Abu Taha – Freelance journalist who worked with Reuters among others.
  • Ahmed Abu Aziz – Journalist associated with Middle East Eye and other outlets, later succumbed to wounds after the strike.

A Calculated Attempt to Muzzle Truth

Mohammed Yassin, head of the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, condemned these killings as deliberate attempts to “silence the voice of truth and prevent documentation of Israeli crimes.” He criticized the ongoing media siege, noting that journalists continue to report under inhumane conditions—without electricity, internet, or basic protections—even as their homes and families are destroyed. Yassin also exposed Israel’s restriction on foreign press access to Gaza, designed to maintain media blackout and censorship.

Pressing the World for Protection of Journalists

The Palestinian Government Media Office reported that media-related fatalities in Gaza have now surpassed 240 journalists since the war began in October 2023. It urged the international community to intervene—calling for an immediate halt to attacks on journalists and the safe entry of foreign journalists into Gaza to ensure independent coverage and accountability.

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West Asia

Nada Hisham: A Voice Surviving Beneath Gaza’s Rubble

by خانم هاشمی

Nada Hisham, a 19-year-old Palestinian from Gaza who lost seven members of her family in an Israeli attack and was barely rescued from beneath the rubble, shared her harrowing story at a charity event in Washington, urging the world to become a voice for justice in Gaza.

The Tragic Ordeal in Gaza

At an event hosted by the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) in Washington, D.C., Nada Hisham recounted the bitter moments of her rescue after her home in Gaza was bombed. In that attack, seven of her siblings along with her grandmother were killed, while she herself lay trapped under the debris for hours—suffering broken legs and a dislocated shoulder.

A Sister’s Final Embrace

Nada described the final moments shared with her younger sister Elham: “Elham was embracing me, and she would not let go of my leg until her last breath.” It was a Palestinian journalist, Motaz Azaiza, whose photograph of that scene drew attention and led to her identification and rescue. The powerful image later became one of Time magazine’s top 10 photos of 2023.

Escape from Gaza for Treatment

Thanks to PCRF’s support, Nada was able to leave Gaza to receive medical care—a journey nearly impossible for many due to strict restrictions at the Rafah crossing and the need for coordination between Israel and Egypt.

Her story is not only a personal testimony of survival but also a piercing reminder of the countless unheard voices still trapped under the weight of war, whose lives and futures depend on the world’s willingness to act.

A Testament of Resilience

Nada concluded her remarks with a stirring testament to her spirit:
“Israel may have taken everything precious from me—my family, my home, my peace… but as long as I draw breath, it will never break my spirit.”

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Politics

Emine Erdoğan Urges Melania Trump to Speak Out on Gaza’s Children

by خانم هاشمی

Turkish First Lady Emine Erdoğan has penned a heartfelt letter to U.S. First Lady Melania Trump—urging her to extend the compassion she showed for Ukrainian children to those suffering in Gaza, and to address the humanitarian crisis with renewed urgency.

A Personal Reminder Anchored in Shared Memory

In her letter, Emine Erdoğan opens with warm recollections of her meeting with Melania Trump at the White House six years earlier, noting how their sincere conversation and gracious hospitality remain vivid in her memory.

Universal Rights Beyond Borders

Referencing Melania Trump’s recent letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding Ukrainian children, Emine Erdoğan praises her moral consciousness and highlights a universal truth: “Every child has the universal and undeniable right to grow up in a loving and safe environment”—a right not confined by geography, ethnicity, religion, or ideology.

From Silent Smiles to Cries for Life

Noting Melania’s solidarity with “648 Ukrainian children who lost their lives,” Emine Erdoğan presses for equal or greater advocacy for Gaza. She states Gaza has seen “62,000 innocent civilians, including 18,000 children, brutally murdered within two years”.

A Graveyard for Children—The “Unknown Baby”

Drawing on UNICEF’s stark description of Gaza, Emine Erdoğan laments its transformation into “a hell on earth above ground and a graveyard for children below.” She powerfully questions whether we’d ever imagine the term “unknown soldier” being used for children. Today, coffins marked “unknown baby” bear witness to thousands of unidentifiable Gazan children—a scar on humanity’s conscience.

Emine Erdoğan Urges Melania

Unrelenting Trauma, Lost Innocence

She describes the psychological ruin inflicted on surviving children—those who’ve forgotten how to smile, who scream into microphones that they want to die, their innocence crushed. In some cases, the trauma has even turned their hair gray from unimaginable pain and fear.

A Plea for a Historic Voice of Conscience

Emine Erdoğan urges Melania Trump to write to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for an end to the humanitarian crisis. At a time when global recognition of Palestine is rising, such a gesture would fulfill a “historic responsibility” toward the Palestinian people.

Standing Against a Distorted Global Order

The letter frames this crisis as part of a larger injustice: a distorted international order where some lives are valued less than others. Emine Erdoğan calls for solidarity against this injustice, stressing the defense of international law and shared human values.

Time Is Running Out, But Not Yet Too Late

As a mother, a woman, and a human being, Emine Erdoğan shares deeply in Melania’s sentiments and appeals for the same hope to be extended to Gaza’s children. She mourns the 18,885 babies and children already lost—including Hind Rajab, age six, killed with 335 bullets, and three-year-old Rim, kissed goodbye by her grandfather with a joyful look—but insists it’s not too late for over one million surviving children. “The time is long overdue,” she concludes.

This letter, widely published—including by Anadolu Agency and Reuters—stands as a poignant diplomatic appeal rooted in shared humanity and moral responsibility.

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West Asia

Water and Salt: Gaza’s Children Endure Another Night

by خانم هاشمی

Heba al-Ghamari is one among countless mothers in Gaza fighting a daily battle against famine—and often losing. In a place where aid might fall from the sky but never reach the ground, her children’s supper these days is nothing more than water with salt.

A Daily Struggle for Food

In central Gaza, in a crowded kitchen that used to serve soup, Heba al-Ghamari maneuvers among empty pots in a desperate effort to feed her three young children amid a devastating food crisis. Before dawn each day, she queues at public food distribution centers—sometimes returning empty-handed, or with aid that barely suffices for a single meal.

The Pain of Helplessness

During one chaotic distribution, Heba’s hand was badly burned when boiling soup spilled amid a crowd of desperate people. She describes the heartbreak when her youngest child pleads for a piece of bread in the morning—and she has nothing to give. Many nights, her family survives on just water and salt.

No Shelter, No Aid, No Healing

The family lives in a derelict building with no sanitary or medical facilities. Heba’s body is riddled with flea bites, and her child suffers from a foot infection. Yet she must ignore these health needs just to keep trying to feed her children.

Falling Through the Cracks

“There are airdrops,” Heba says bitterly, “but they never reach us.” Her family hasn’t benefitted from any such aid.

A Cry for Fairness

In a plea to the Arab world and the international community, Heba demands equitable distribution of food and water. She calls for an end to the ongoing nightmare and urges, “We want only for the crossings to open and the war to end. We can no longer stand in these long lines for meals that aren’t even enough for our children”.

Worsening Conditions Across Gaza

  • The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has declared famine in Gaza City, warning it may spread to Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis, potentially affecting over 640,000 people by September.
  • Malnutrition and starvation are rising at catastrophic levels. In August alone, 138 deaths—including 25 children—were linked to malnutrition, and more than 130,000 children under five could die by mid-2026 without urgent aid.
  • UNRWA warns of a six-fold increase in child malnutrition since March, describing famine as “manufactured and fabricated”.
  • Hospitals are overwhelmed: many wards are filled with skeletal, malnourished children and face critical shortages of therapeutic food and medical supplies.

Conclusion

In Gaza’s shattered landscape, Heba al-Ghamari’s story is heartbreaking but representative. Her daily fight to feed her own children with nothing but water and salt echoes the suffering of countless families. As global observers name famine and aid agencies sound alarms, her plea remains simple yet urgent: open the crossings, end the war, and let humanity reach those who’ve been forgotten.

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Politics

Melania Trump’s “Peace Letter” Draws Criticism Amid Gaza’s Child Casualty Crisis

by خانم هاشمی

Melania Trump’s recent “peace letter” to President Vladimir Putin has sparked mockery from Fox News followers on X (formerly Twitter), who argue that if she truly cares about children, she should direct her attention to the thousands of Palestinian children killed in Gaza.

Calls for Consistency in Advocacy

Critics on social media have pointed out the stark contrast between Melania Trump’s appeal for peace with Russia and the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Gaza. They suggest that if she is genuinely concerned about the welfare of children, her efforts should focus on the children suffering in Gaza, where the death toll among minors has reached alarming numbers.

The Grim Reality in Gaza

According to The Washington Post, as of July 2025, over 60,000 Gazans have been killed in the ongoing war, including at least 18,500 children, based on figures from the Gaza Health Ministry. UNICEF has declared Gaza the most dangerous place in the world for children, with fatalities among minors occurring at a rate of more than one child per hour.

The United Nations reports that one-third of Gaza’s 40,717 deaths were children, with over 25,000 children injured and an additional 25,000 hospitalized due to malnutrition.

A Stark Comparison with Ukraine

In contrast, the war in Ukraine has resulted in at least 545 child fatalities since the conflict escalated in February 2022, according to UNICEF. While every child’s death is a tragedy, the scale of child casualties in Gaza is significantly higher.

The Call for Action

Critics argue that if Melania Trump is sincere in her concern for children, she should advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and direct her efforts toward alleviating the suffering of Palestinian children. They emphasize that true compassion transcends political boundaries and should focus on the protection and well-being of all children, regardless of nationality.

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Society

Arbaeen Pilgrims Stand with Gaza’s Children

by خانم هاشمی


At a time when devotion to the Prophet’s family burns with fervent warmth—and under the spiritual gaze of Imam Mahdi (may Allah hasten his reappearance)—pilgrims departing from Amud-e Sifr at the Al-Sahla Mosque embark on an emotional pilgrimage. Amid them, the International Uwais al-Qarni and Ansar-az-Zahra service tent stands as an oasis of love, compassion, and humanity for the children of Gaza.

Pilgrims, Compassion & Gaza’s Children

On hot days, pilgrims filled with devotion to the Ahl al-Bayt alayhim as-salam begin their heartfelt journey from the Al-Sahla Mosque’s Zero Pillar—Amud-e Sifr—under the spiritual gaze of Imam al-Zaman (may Allah hasten his reappearance). The International Uwais al-Qarni and Ansar-az-Zahra rest stop—an oasis of warmth and care—becomes a haven for these pilgrims. Here, travellers from around the world not only refresh their spirits but also embrace meaningful acts of solidarity. They donate humanitarian aid, offerings, and alms for the oppressed and starving children of Gaza, transforming this service into a powerful symbol of empathy, selflessness, and commitment to humanity.

The Youthful Heart of Cultural Service

Among the cultural servants working tirelessly to prepare multilingual brochures in Persian, English, and Arabic—highlighting the heartbreaking plight of Gaza’s children—a young woman from the 2000s generation stood shoulder to shoulder with them. Her empathetic action showcased the global mindset of today’s youth and their passionate commitment to bringing messages of justice and humanity across borders. Their cultural efforts forged an unbreakable bond between the Arbaeen pilgrims and Gaza’s suffering children, reminding the world that human pain knows no boundaries.

Al-Qarni’s Tent of Hospitality & Timeless Tradition

This rest area, named after Owais al-Qarni, was established through the dedication of Abu Haidar—a noble Yemeni-Iraqi man who, with the help of a devoted and patient family, offered his home and hospitality to pilgrims on the path of love for Hussain (peace be upon him). Each day, his welcoming household—vibrant with young brides, their courageous men, and faces laden with warmth—served freshly baked bread, cool water, tea, and warm meals.

This spirited hospitality not only alleviated the pilgrims’ fatigue, it revived the ancient Islamic tradition of generous hospitality, rooted deeply in the teachings of the Imams. Together, they painted a living portrait of faith and service that echoes the virtues of the Imam of the Age.

Rituals of Faith & Cultural Remembrance

This insightful family, ardent lovers of the Ahl al-Bayt, brought the era of the Imam of the Age to life by organizing congregational Maghrib and Isha prayers at the entrance of the tent. Meanwhile, the cultural aides of the International Uwais al-Qarni rest stop distributed blessed tokens each day: from ribbons and hair clips to Gaza-shaped pins and photos of children. They affixed empowering slogans to pilgrims’ bags—so that this spiritual journey reminds them of their profound responsibility toward the world’s oppressed.

Accompanied by educational “Palestine School” narrators, the tent’s efforts extended through special maps and stories designed to raise awareness of the suffering in Gaza and Palestine. This act of storytelling revived connections to the Iran-Iraq War, the holy shrine defenders, and the 12-day Gaza conflict—creating moving parallels through the sincere dedication of war veterans present at the tent. Each pilgrim passing through left with the recognition that the Ashura uprising is rooted in the noble tree of sacrifice and endurance, nourished by the pure blood of martyrs.

A Symbol of Unity & Boundless Faith

Beyond its devoted service to fellow humans of all faiths, this tent symbolized the unity of Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Palestine, and Lebanon—nations standing hand in hand, amplifying the cries of suffering Palestinian children and mothers. This united compassion stands as a testament to the strength of Islamic faith, justice, and solidarity, reminding us that “Palestine is the enigmatic key to deliverance.”

Every footstep along this path affirmed the truth of Ahl al-Bayt’s mission and the promise of a renewed civilization—one intertwined with service to humanity. Truly, the Arbaeen pilgrimage plays a unique role in nurturing seekers of justice for the awaited divinely guided leadership.

Reporter: Zahra Saadat

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Politics

Western Feminists’ Silence on Gaza

by خانم هاشمی

Political analyst Marzieh Samavati sharply criticizes Western feminist movements for their silence amid the suffering of Palestinian women in Gaza, revealing a politically selective and hollow face of feminism.

A Feminism of Convenience, Not Solidarity

Marzieh Samavati, a political analyst, calls out the glaring contradiction within Western feminism: though it has long championed women’s rights, it now remains silent in the face of genocide targeting Palestinian women and children. By turning away from the suffering in Gaza, Samavati argues, Western feminism reveals its politically selective nature. This is not about defending women—it’s about serving a broader liberal agenda.

Words for Freedom, Silence for Gaza

Samavati draws attention to a disheartening contrast: while Western feminists vocally push for sexual freedoms and the removal of veils in Islamic societies, they choose silence when veiled, resilient Palestinian women are killed under bombardment in Gaza. Such silence, she asserts, betrays the very essence of defending women and human rights.

Gaza’s Women: Symbols of Resistance and Human Dignity

In Samavati’s view, Palestinian women today embody human dignity and resistance. Amid destruction, they nurture life, instill values of sacrifice and struggle in their children, and even take active roles on the front lines. If feminism truly claims to protect women, why does it fail to support these women? Samavati suggests the answer is simple: Palestinian women do not fit the Western cultural mold and instead stand under the banner of Islamic resistance.

Double Standards Render Feminism Meaningless

According to Samavati, Western media, which sensationalizes trivial incidents in countries like Iran, largely ignores the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. These double standards strip Western feminism of meaning—its silence implicitly legitimizes the crimes committed against Palestinian women. She argues that genuine defense of women’s rights must be universal, not selective.

Conclusion: Gaza’s Women as Heroes, Not Victims

Samavati concludes powerfully: Palestinian women reveal the true honor of humanity and the essence of womanhood. They are not victims—they are heroes. And this is precisely what Western feminism refuses to acknowledge.

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Europe

France Suspends Admission of Gaza Refugees

by خانم هاشمی

France has suspended the admission of refugees from Gaza after a political uproar involving a Palestinian student, Nour Atallah, who was accused of sharing antisemitic content on social media.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced that no further arrivals from Gaza would be accepted until an investigation is completed. He also confirmed that the cases of Gazans already admitted to France since the start of the Israel–Hamas war in October 2023 will be reviewed again.

Student Forced to Leave France

Atallah, who arrived in July on a government scholarship to study at Sciences Po Lille, left France on Sunday and continued her journey to Qatar. Barrot said her past comments were “unacceptable” and made her presence in France “impossible.”

On the platform X, the minister wrote: “Nour Atallah has left France. She had no place here. I said it, and we did it.”

The French Foreign Ministry thanked Qatar for its “decisive cooperation” in accepting the student.

Defense Rejects Allegations

Atallah’s lawyer, Osama Dahman, said she chose to continue her studies elsewhere “to protect her safety and in a calmer environment,” while strongly denying the accusations. He argued that the allegations were largely based on reposted tweets taken “out of context.”

Judicial Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation

Screenshots attributed to an account linked to Atallah — later shut down — included calls for killing Jews. This led to her removal from Sciences Po Lille and the opening of a judicial case for “glorification of terrorism.” Another inquiry has been launched to determine why the posts were not detected earlier.

Although the authenticity of the screenshots has not been independently confirmed, Sciences Po Lille stated that Atallah’s online remarks were verified, without providing further detail.

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