Born during Israel’s genocide: Gaza’s child survivors bear the scars of war
Summary
A baby named Nour was born in Gaza just before Israeli attacks began in October 2023. She suffered severe health problems after inhaling toxic gases from the bombings, and her hospital was later attacked, killing other infants. Health officials report many children in Gaza now have serious injuries or birth defects due to the conflict and poor medical conditions.Key Facts
- Nour was born three hours before Israeli attacks started on Gaza in October 2023.
- She inhaled toxic gases from the bombing, causing paralysis and severe stiffness.
- Nour was the only survivor of an Israeli attack on al-Nasr Children's Hospital.
- Over 1,200 children in Gaza have spinal cord injuries or paralysis linked to Israeli attacks.
- Another child, Misk, was born with severe deformities believed to be caused by toxic exposure during pregnancy.
- Cases of birth defects in Gaza doubled in 2025 compared to before the war.
- Health officials blame famine, toxic exposure from projectiles, and collapsed prenatal care for the rise in health problems.
- The ongoing conflict has caused deep humanitarian and medical crises for children in Gaza.
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