Overview

• The documentary 'Un médecin pour la paix,' directed by Tal Barda, premieres on April 23, 2025, shedding light on the life of Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish.
• Abuelaish, a Palestinian obstetrician from Gaza, was the first Palestinian doctor to work at an Israeli hospital in Tel Aviv.
• In January 2009, an Israeli tank shell struck Abuelaish’s home in Gaza, killing three of his daughters and a niece, a tragedy that shaped his peace advocacy.
• Since the loss of his children, Abuelaish has dedicated his life to promoting reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians.
• The film combines direct testimonies, archival footage, and animation to portray Abuelaish’s resilience and commitment to dialogue across conflict lines.