The daughter of a prominent cardiologist from Swansea, Ahmed Sabra, has accused the British Embassy of being responsible for his current predicament in Gaza. After traveling with his family for a visit, the conflict broke out, and they were stranded. Despite three weeks of waiting to get to Egypt, Dr. Sabra found himself in a difficult situation as the British Embassy listed his family members but left him out. Frustrated and feeling let down, his daughter Haya, emphasized that the British government and embassy staff did not act in time to rescue him, resulting in him being sent back to Gaza.
During his ordeal, while waiting on the Egyptian side, Dr. Sabra claimed that the British Embassy failed to take action, leading to his return to Gaza. His desperate hope to be protected and assisted by his government now hangs by a thread. His situation has prompted a letter from his medical colleagues urging the government to provide more assistance. Furthermore, his daughter has launched a petition to increase pressure on the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to do more.
Meanwhile, in Cairo, Dr. Sabra’s family is also facing upheaval. After waiting in a hotel, they are now pushed to return to the UK, leaving them in a state of darkness about their father’s wellbeing and whereabouts. Haya herself is vocal about her emotions and anxieties, refusing to leave without her father and criticizing the government for sending him back into a life-threatening situation.
Responding to the accusations, an FCDO spokesperson emphasized the government’s efforts in assisting all British nationals in Gaza, ensuring cooperation with Israeli and Egyptian authorities for their safe passage. The spokesperson assured continuous communication and support for all stranded British nationals.
The whole story can be found at BBC News.
