Archive · 18 Sep 2025
US Halts Visas for Gazan Children Seeking Medical Aid
Some children in Gaza were seriously hurt by bombings.
They needed special medical help in the United States, but the US stopped giving them visas.
This means they can't get the surgeries they need.
A person named Laura Loomer spoke out against it, and the US government paused the visa program.
Now, these children are stuck in Egypt, waiting and hoping they can still get the care they desperately need.
The US government says it's reviewing how they give out visas, but for now, these children's medical treatments are on hold.
Gazan children injured in airstrikes face blocked access to US medical care.
The visa suspension followed a campaign by far-right activist Laura Loomer.
Children like Mariam Sabbah, Nasser al-Najjar, and Ahmed Duweik are affected.
US has accepted only a limited number of evacuees compared to Egypt.
The US State Department confirmed the halting of visitor visas for Gazan individuals.
- Who
- Palestinian children injured in Gaza and seeking medical treatment in the US.
- What
- The US has suspended visas for Palestinians, including children requiring urgent medical care.
- When
- The suspension began after months of delays, following an online campaign by Laura Loomer.
- Where
- Gaza, Egypt, and the United States.
- Why
- The suspension was prompted by pressure from far-right activists and a review of visa vetting processes.
Supporters of Medical Aid for Gazan Children
Supporters of Visa Restrictions
Humanitarian Concerns
Supporters of Medical Aid for Gazan Children
Argue the US should prioritize providing medical assistance to children injured in conflict zones and facilitate their entry.
Supporters of Visa Restrictions
Believe that the security and vetting processes for visa applicants from Gaza need to be thoroughly reviewed.
- Victims
- Mariam Sabbah, Nasser al-Najjar, Ahmed Duweik
- Injuries
- Severe injuries from Israeli airstrikes
- US Visa Status
- Halted for Gazan individuals seeking medical treatment
- Initiated by
- Trump Administration following pressure from Laura Loomer
- Number of Evacuees admitted by US
- 48 since October 2023