Seven year-old girl left paralysed by Gaza air strike

Maha, a 7-year-old girl from Gaza, is paralyzed from the neck down after an airstrike that killed her mother and sisters. She has been in this condition for 22 days, and her recovery depends on urgent treatment abroad. Three hospitals in Germany, Turkey, and the United States are ready to accept her, with a sponsor covering the costs. However, she needs permission from Israel to leave Gaza. Her chances of recovery diminish daily, and if she remains in Gaza, the risk of infection could lead to permanent damage. Despite living through three wars, Maha has shown resilience and bravery, though her aspirations have shifted from becoming a doctor to joining the resistance.

What tragic event led to Maha's current condition?

• A natural disaster

• An airstrike

• A car accident

• A fall from a height

What is necessary for Maha to have a chance at recovery?

• Local therapy sessions

• A special diet

• Urgent treatment abroad

• A new wheelchair

Which countries have hospitals ready to treat Maha?

• Russia, China, and India

• Germany, Turkey, and the United States

• Spain, Portugal, and Brazil

• France, Italy, and Canada

What is the main obstacle preventing Maha from receiving treatment abroad?

• Her family's decision

• No available hospitals

• Lack of funds

• Permission from Israel

How has Maha's aspiration changed due to her experiences?

• She wants to be a teacher

• She wants to be a doctor

• She wants to join the resistance

• She wants to be an artist