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Over 6,000 Amputations in Gaza: Evacuated Survivors Face Legal Void

4/9/2026

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Amputees evacuated to Egypt face a legal void with no residency or access to essential services, a condition experienced by Ola Jamal.
They struggle to obtain prosthetics and rehabilitation, relying heavily on NGOs for support.
An investigation shows over 6,000 amputations since October 2023, underscoring urgent humanitarian needs.
Survivors remain hopeful about returning home despite uncertainty about their former lives in Gaza.

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Story summary

Amputees evacuated to Egypt face a legal void with no residency or access to essential services, a condition experienced by Ola Jamal.
They struggle to obtain prosthetics and rehabilitation, relying heavily on NGOs for support.
An investigation shows over 6,000 amputations since October 2023, underscoring urgent humanitarian needs.
Survivors remain hopeful about returning home despite uncertainty about their former lives in Gaza.