Overview

• On August 24, Israeli authorities released documents asserting that Karim Abu Mu’amar’s condition is hereditary and not the result of starvation.
• The disclosure followed the Daily Mirror’s front page that presented Karim’s image as evidence of “famine” in Gaza.
• COGAT identified Karim’s diagnosis as Fanconi syndrome, describing muscle and urinary tract weaknesses and noting similar issues in relatives.
• Officials also addressed the earlier case of Osama al-Rakab, saying his severe illness is genetic and unrelated to the war.
• Israel says it coordinated Osama’s June 12 evacuation via Ramon Airport and that he is now receiving treatment in Italy, while accusing Hamas of pushing deceptive narratives.