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WMA members must call for release of detained Palestinian medics

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The World Medical Association (WMA) issued a statement affirming its duty to protect healthcare workers, specifically urging members to call for the release of detained Palestinian medics. This follows a period of conflict where medical personnel faced detention, highlighting the tension between humanitarian obligations and security concerns. The statement serves as a formal commitment to the safety of medical staff in conflict zones.

Key points

• The World Medical Association (WMA) explicitly stated that all its members have a duty to uphold their commitment to the protection of healthcare workers.

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The evidence provided is a single sentence statement without specific dates of detention, names of detained individuals, or details on the current status of the medics.

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