Report alleges healthy Gazans used bribes for medical evacuation spots

A British newspaper reported that some healthy residents of Gaza obtained forged medical documents to secure places on emergency evacuation lists. The report claims bribes were paid to Hamas to bypass injured patients. The Telegraph alleged that healthy individuals secured spots ahead of those requiring urgent medical treatment abroad.

The practice reportedly involved payments to Hamas officials who control aspects of the evacuation process.

Background on evacuations Medical evacuations from Gaza have been limited since the ceasefire took effect. Crossings such as Rafah remain closed for most civilian movement. Injured residents have waited for permission to leave for treatment unavailable inside the territory.

One 18-year-old patient described in the report has been bedridden for more than two months after being shot while seeking food. The report did not provide independent verification of the bribery claims or name specific individuals involved.