Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani praised Dr. Mohammed Taher Abu Ragheef for his outstanding medical work in Gaza. Dr. Abu Ragheef, a British-Iraqi surgeon, treated over 1,200 patients and performed over 300 surgeries despite severe shortages of supplies. His significant achievements, including a successful surgery on a young girl, earned him the title of “humanitarian ambassador” from Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.
On Sunday, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani commended Dr. Mohammed Taher Abu Ragheef, a British-Iraqi surgeon, for his exemplary medical contributions in Gaza. During their meeting, Ayatollah al-Sistani heard directly from Dr. Abu Ragheef about the challenging healthcare conditions in the region affected by conflict. The Ayatollah expressed heartfelt appreciation for the doctor’s commitment and offered prayers for his future endeavors.
Dr. Abu Ragheef, born in the 1980s in Najaf, relocated to the United Kingdom with his family and specialized in trauma surgery. In early 2024, he joined the “Fajr Scientific” medical delegation, volunteering his expertise in Gaza’s hospitals amid severe shortages of medical resources. Over a six-month period, he completed over 300 complex surgeries and treated more than 1,200 injured individuals, demonstrating exceptional medical skill.
One notable achievement was his successful reattachment of the severed arm of a nine-year-old girl wounded in an Israeli airstrike in Deir al-Balah. On January 25, 2025, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani praised Dr. Abu Ragheef’s humanitarian efforts, attributing him the honorary title of “humanitarian ambassador.” Following a formal invitation, Dr. Abu Ragheef visited Iraq, where he received a warm reception from the Prime Minister.
In conclusion, Grand Ayatollah Al-Sistani’s recognition of Dr. Abu Ragheef highlights the critical importance of humanitarian medical efforts in conflict zones such as Gaza. Dr. Abu Ragheef’s extensive contributions and successful surgeries amidst dire conditions underscore a remarkable commitment to saving lives. His work not only garnered international attention but also reinforces the vital role of medical professionals in alleviating human suffering.
Original Source: shafaq.com
