"This is a day of mourning for all of humanity. We refuse to remain silent," according to a written statement from MER-C here on Thursday.
The interventional cardiology consultant and Director of the Indonesian Hospital in North Gaza was reported to have died along with his wife and children in a direct airstrike on their temporary residence in northern Gaza on Wednesday (July 2).
Since the onset of the 2023 Gaza genocide, Dr. Al Sultan relentlessly led Indonesia Hospital under dire circumstances by providing essential medical services to the Palestinian people despite the constant threat of Israeli airstrikes and severe resource limitations.
After the hospital was blockaded in December 2024, forcing him to leave the facility, he remained in northern Gaza and returned to reactive operations during the January 2025 ceasefire.
Known for his openness and cooperative spirit, Dr. Al Sultan worked closely with numerous international humanitarian teams serving in northern Gaza, including those from the UK, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Canada, and Morocco.
Under his leadership, Indonesia Hospital served as a vital healthcare hub—not a military target as falsely claimed by Israeli sources.
Between January and March 2025, MER-C Indonesia's EMT team collaborated directly with Dr. Al Sultan in reviving emergency services and restoring full hospital operations.
He is recognized for his honesty, spontaneity, and strong leadership spirit.
MER-C stated that the killing of Dr. Al Sultan and his family is a flagrant violation of humanitarian principles and a grave injustice that must be addressed.
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