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Cancer Patients Victims of the Libyan Embassy Account Freeze in Cairo, as a Citizen Pleads for Help
Libyan citizen Amin Bin Saud, the husband of a cancer patient receiving treatment in Egypt, has made a heartfelt appeal to House of Representatives Speaker Aguila Saleh, Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibeh, and all Libyan officials to address the dire situation faced by Libyan patients undergoing treatment in Egypt.
According to reports, these patients, who placed their hopes in obtaining adequate treatment and healthcare, are in urgent need of ongoing care and full support from their government. The worsening condition of many of these patients, some of whom have tragically passed away due to the challenging circumstances they face, requires immediate intervention by the state. Many of these individuals are in critical need of specialized medical care and the continuation of their treatment plans.
Bin Saud emphasized that caring for Libyan patients abroad is not merely a humanitarian obligation but a national responsibility. It falls upon Libyan officials to ensure the provision of care and support for these citizens. He holds the relevant authorities accountable for the catastrophic conditions faced by Libyan patients in Egypt. Supporting citizens abroad is not just a matter of health and ethics; it is also an expression of love, solidarity, and a genuine reflection of national unity.
He stated, “We understand that times are tough, but we firmly believe that Libya, with its great people and leadership, is capable of providing the necessary support to those in need, especially during this critical period.”
Bin Saud also highlighted the financial burdens borne by patients and their families, including living expenses of approximately $150 per person for accommodations, along with food, transportation, and rent. These costs, coupled with delays in state payments, have forced many patients to incur unnecessary expenses. Some have even been compelled to return home without completing their treatment due to their inability to afford these costs. Providing psychological and financial support, he noted, must be a top priority for the state.
He expressed hope for enhanced cooperation between Libyan authorities and healthcare institutions in Egypt to ensure that all patients receive the best possible conditions for treatment and comfort.