The tragic story of Karma, the student brutally assaulted inside a well-known international school in New Cairo, is once again in the spotlight after the Child Court in Amiriya postponed the trial of the three defendants to November 19, following an emotional hearing marked by strong legal arguments and family pleas for justice.

The incident, which occurred on January 15, 2025, left Karma with a fractured nasal bone, deep scalp wounds, and multiple bruises, allegedly while school supervisors failed to intervene or provide medical assistance.

During the session, lawyer Rabie El-Khalaily, representing Karma, demanded a new investigation into the school administration, accusing them of “gross negligence and moral complicity.”

Karma’s father, Ahmed Taysir, revealed that his daughter still suffers from physical pain and psychological trauma, noting that doctors confirmed the need for surgical reconstruction due to a nasal deformity caused by the assault.

He described how the aggressor’s family attempted an insulting reconciliation, saying: “There was no apology, no accountability. They tried to silence us, but we will not back down.”

A formal complaint submitted to the Minister of Education detailed how the school failed to report the incident immediately, and allegedly refused to hand over security footage to protect its image.

The family demanded the suspension of the school’s principal, Dalia Mahmoud Hassanein, pending investigation, citing Ministerial Decree No. 420 of 2014 that governs private education regulations.

The case, now a symbol of school violence and administrative negligence, has prompted calls for stricter safety measures in private and international schools.

All eyes are now on the upcoming November 19 hearing, where the court is expected to examine medical reports, surveillance evidence, and witness statements, in what could be a decisive moment for justice and accountability.