JACKSONVILLE, Florida. – A 6-year-old boy who lost part of his skull during a recent Israeli bombardment in Gaza will arrive in Jacksonville Tuesday afternoon to begin his medical and rehabilitation journey.

Mohammed and his mother are expected to land at Jacksonville International Airport at 3 p.m., where they will be greeted by a large community of HEAL Palestine supporters and volunteers.

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HEAL Palestine, a nonprofit organization that provides access to health care for Palestinian children and youth, helped facilitate Mohammed’s transfer and treatment in the United States, working closely with healthcare professionals. health and volunteers of Jacksonville.

“Mohammed’s story of resilience has touched hearts around the world. In the wake of unimaginable trauma, his determination to rebuild his life is a testament to the strength and spirit of Gaza’s youth,” the organization wrote in a statement.

According to the statement, HEAL currently has 25 injured children from Gaza who are being treated in different regions of the country. Mohammed is part of a delegation of four injured children arriving in California, Florida and Ohio.