Summary
Abdullah, a 10-year-old boy from Gaza, and some of his family have been evacuated to Italy for his cancer treatment. His father and two brothers remain in Gaza due to ongoing conflict. Blood tests from his siblings will determine if they can join him in Italy for a potential marrow transplant.
Key Facts
- Abdullah, aged 10, is in Padova, Italy, for treatment for leukemia.
- His mother and younger sibling traveled with him for medical evacuation.
- Abdullah's father and two brothers remain in Gaza amidst conflict.
- Abdullah's siblings sent blood samples to Italy for compatibility testing for a marrow transplant.
- If a sibling is a match, they can travel to Italy for the procedure.
- If not, the family must apply for a family reunion visa, which takes longer.
- Abdullah was a sociable child and misses his family and the local food from Gaza.
