"The graduation ceremony took place amid destroyed buildings and damaged infrastructure—a powerful symbol of the refusal of Gaza's healthcare workers to surrender even as Israel has tried to eliminate them."
"Many of the graduates had continued their medical education despite losing family members, homes, or both. Among them was Dr. Ezzedine Lulu, who lost 20 members of his family, including his father, Samir, and his brother, Huthaifa."
"Instead of stopping, the loss pushed Lulu to complete his studies. He later founded the Samir Foundation, named in memory of his father, to support medical students academically, financially, and psychologically."
On January 3, 230 medical students graduated at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, symbolizing resilience amidst devastation. The healthcare system has faced unprecedented damage since the genocide began in October 2023, with hundreds of attacks on health facilities. By early 2025, only half of Gaza's hospitals were partially functioning. Many graduates, including Dr. Ezzedine Lulu, persevered through personal loss, with Lulu losing 20 family members. He founded the Samir Foundation to support medical students, demonstrating commitment to healthcare despite overwhelming challenges.
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