Dr. Khaled Qahman
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Dear Friends and Supporters,
In a moment of realization, you understand that you are still alive among your children amidst a genocide. At the same moment you grasp this, you also realize that in an instant, your family could become lifeless bodies because, in essence, you are talking about a genocide. You see your children trembling with fear from the sounds of explosions and clashes around you. I am Dr. Khalid Qahman, and I am reporting the latest developments of what my family and I, along with our family, are experiencing in the midst of the Gaza Strip’s genocide.
At the beginning of the war, we were forcibly displaced more than four times, with each displacement carrying its own story of suffering and pain. When the occupation began threatening to invade the city of Rafah, where we were staying as displaced persons, we, like many other families, had to leave. Not because we are weak or afraid of dying for this homeland, but because each of us has a family with children, women, and elderly people, and we fear their tears or their trembling from fear. We strive with all we have to provide the bare necessities for survival, including a semblance of security that is illusory, some scraps of food that are inedible, and a few drops of water that are filled with contagious diseases and deadly viruses due to their unsuitability for human use. In the end, you feel you must give more for them, but there is no more to give.
We ended up in an unknown fate in an area called (Mawasi Khan Younis), among many makeshift and temporary tents that certainly offer no protection from the cold or heat. This is one of the areas the occupation claims to be safe. To illustrate its safety and their sincerity, we recently witnessed one of the massacres that occurred in this supposedly safe area of Mawasi Khan Younis. It was a scene that looked like a cinematic portrayal when you and your children see scattered bodies or, more accurately, the remains of what are surely the bodies of newborns and children who do not understand the meaning of terrorism in a sky ablaze with red flames from the intensity of the targeting. It was relatively close to us, and as I recall, 200 innocent souls were lost.
That day, I tried to make my family forget that scene so they could sleep in peace, but what peace can we speak of in the presence of genocide here and there? Certainly, when we talk about wars, we talk about food insecurity and the lack of basic living conditions. Even if they are available, there are groups of people known as "war profiteers" who exploit all the victims of these wars. If a product is sold at its normal price, they sell it at four times its actual price. If you want to buy it, that’s up to you; if not, search for the product you want to buy, which you definitely won’t find because it is unavailable.
We are living through another war with temperatures reaching extreme levels. Furthermore, you live in a tent with your family, so imagine yourself in my family’s place. Instead of going to a tourist or coastal area during the summer vacation, we stay in a place where the water at night is cold, and by day, it reaches boiling point. That water, which should quench my son’s thirst, only increases it in a semi-desert area.
When we talk about productive and effective families that strive to make a mark in this world, you might categorize us as one of those effective families despite the conditions we live in. For instance, my son, Dr. Ahmed, recently graduated from Alexandria University, and despite that, he has strived to contribute in every way he can. He reached out to his friends and colleagues to establish a small medical center with a modest medical team, including my daughter, Dr. Malak. They built it themselves with the help of other family members and relatives. This humanitarian effort targets more than 200 cases daily without any official or organized support. Dr. Ahmed and the medical team provide primary care to refugees in this camp, which is certainly full of contagious diseases and deadly viruses, and they supply necessary treatments that may not be available due to the high rates of infectious and skin diseases that my family also suffers from because of the sand and poisonous insects.
After this lengthy account, my family and I are still here waiting anxiously for our unknown fate, and we hope that you will do everything in your power to ensure the safety of my family and place them in a safer location that guarantees them a better future. I extend my thanks and gratitude to everyone who has contributed, even a little, and has given us a glimmer of hope.
Your friend, Dr. Khalid Qahman and his esteemed family, from the heart of the genocide in the Gaza Strip
I am Dr. Moaz Abutaleb, reaching out on behalf of a dear colleague, Dr. Khaled, and his family, who find themselves in a harrowing situation due to the escalating conflict in Gaza.
Background:
Dr. Khaled, a father of eight and an accomplished engineer, was forced to abandon his home and livelihood within just five days of the conflict's outbreak. Their home in North Gaza, now severely damaged and uninhabitable, and the destruction of his engineering consultancy firm have stripped them of their security and income.
Current Situation:
As each day passes, the situation becomes increasingly perilous, with the constant threat of death overshadowing their lives. Dr. Khaled is not seeking sympathy through his words, but rather a chance to convey the stark reality of their vulnerability and the immediate danger they face.
A Call for Compassion:
Amid this chaos, Dr. Khaled's oldest son, Ahmed, has emerged as a beacon of hope and compassion. A recent graduate from the University of Alexandria's medical school, Ahmed has dedicated himself to serving those most in need. He volunteers in hospitals that are struggling to function and has established a medical aid station (tent) in a refugee camp. This camp is home to individuals suffering from both acute and chronic conditions, many of whom are recent victims of airstrikes and far from any established medical facilities. With a scarce supply of medical resources, Ahmed has been instrumental in providing critical care to the injured and sick, with a particular focus on children and the elderly. His selfless efforts are a testament to his profound dedication and humanity in the face of overwhelming crisis.
How You Can Make a Difference:
Donate: Your financial support is critical. It will directly assist Dr. Khaled’s family in covering the logistical costs of their journey to safety. They deeply need financial support to coordinate with the Egyptian authorities to evacuate. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.
Share: Help us amplify this campaign by sharing this message within your networks. The more people we reach, the more support we can garner for Dr. Khaled and his family.
Advocate: Raise awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Encourage others to support our cause and help save lives.
Our Gratitude: Your support can provide the lifeline that Dr. Khaled and his family desperately need at this critical time. We are immensely grateful for any contribution you can make towards securing a safer future for them.
Thank you for your compassion and generosity.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Dr. Moaz Abutaleb on behalf of Dr. Khaled and family
Organizer
Moaz Abutaleb
Organizer
Romeoville, IL