Gaza's Children: A Surgeon's Testimony of War's Horrors

Gaza Conflict: Surgeon's Testimony Reveals Devastating Impact on Children United Nations, New York – A harrowing account of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has emerged from the testimony of Feroze Sidhwa, a Californian trauma surgeon who worked in Gaza from March 25 to April 8, 2024. Sidhwa's testimony before the UN Security Council detailed the horrific injuries he witnessed among children, many of whom were killed by explosives. "The children should be protected," Sidhwa stated. "In Gaza, these protections are simply gone. Most of my patients were pre-teen children, their bodies shattered by explosives and torn by flying metal. Many died." He further described the psychological toll, stating, "I wonder if any member of this council has ever met a five-year-old child who no longer wants to live." Sidhwa's testimony highlights the systematic dismantling of Gaza's medical system due to sustained military campaigns, resulting in civilians dying not only from airstrikes but also from acute malnutrition and preventable diseases. His experience underscores the urgent need for international intervention and accountability for the atrocities committed against civilians. The video concludes with a powerful statement: "Preventing genocide means refusing to normalize these atrocities."