Parliamentary Roundtable with Dr Christophe Oberlin on Gaza, 15 April 2026

On 15 April 2026, Forward Thinking convened a parliamentary roundtable in the House of Lords featuring Dr Christophe Oberlin, a surgeon with over 25 years of experience working in Gaza. The session brought together parliamentarians, medical professionals, and policy experts.

Dr Christophe Oberlin speaks in the House of Lords.

The briefing provided a multidisciplinary overview of Gaza, covering healthcare, the historical context, legal frameworks, and political dynamics, drawing on both long-term experience and recent field insights.

Participants highlighted the severe degradation of Gaza’s healthcare system alongside the continued presence of skilled Palestinian medical professionals. Significant constraints on humanitarian access were noted, including restrictions on personnel and medical equipment.

The session also emphasised Gaza’s historical depth, referencing sites such as the Al-Omari Mosque as evidence of the region’s layered cultural and religious heritage. Legal accountability and the role of international frameworks were addressed, alongside broader political considerations.

Jordan Morgan, Dr Asan Rafee, Oliver McTernan, Baroness Morris of Bolton and Dr Christophe Oberlin in Westminster Hall.

The meeting brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, providing a platform for informed exchange on the humanitarian and policy challenges facing Gaza.