Joint Reaction from Organizations in Şanlıurfa Against Attacks on Gaza's Healthcare System
Civil society organizations operating in the fields of law and health in Şanlıurfa held a joint press conference against the collapse of the healthcare system in Gaza, calling on the international community to take concrete steps.
Civil society organizations in the fields of law and health, coming together in Şanlıurfa, organized a joint press conference against the targeting of Gaza's healthcare system and the rendering of hospitals dysfunctional, inviting the international community to take responsibility.
Joint Statement and Call
A joint press conference was held by organizations operating in the fields of law and health in Şanlıurfa. Drawing attention to the situation of the healthcare system in Gaza, the statement demanded the protection of hospitals and healthcare workers.
The statement, which was attended by the Şanlıurfa Bar Association, the Şanlıurfa Branch of Sağlık Der, the Şanlıurfa Branch of Türk Sağlık-Sen, the Şanlıurfa Family Physicians Association, and the Şanlıurfa Branch of Hürriyet Sağlık-Sen, was read by Atty. Abdulkadir Tok.
Third Anniversary of the Attacks
Reading the press release, Atty. Abdulkadir Tok reminded that as of October 8, 2026, they are at the third anniversary of the attacks in Gaza.
Tok emphasized that what is happening is not merely a conflict, but that attacks targeting the lives of the Palestinian people and their most fundamental human rights continue.
Status of Health Facilities and Personnel
It was stated in the release that hospitals were bombed, health facilities were rendered dysfunctional, ambulances were targeted, and healthcare workers were killed or detained.
Referring to the data of the World Health Organization dated September 24, 2026, it was noted that out of 36 hospitals in Gaza, only 19 are partially operational and no hospital is functioning at full capacity.
Call for Responsibility to the International Community
It was conveyed that at least 920 attacks on healthcare services have been recorded since October 2023, more than 1,700 healthcare workers have lost their lives, and patients are facing life-threatening risks.
The Şanlıurfa Bar Association and health organizations called on the international community, the United Nations, and the World Health Organization to stop the attacks, ensure the uninterrupted delivery of medical aid, and hold those responsible accountable.