The recent military operations by Israel in Gaza have led to the deaths of at least 28 people, including children, with the UN urging a cease to assaults near hospitals as casualties rise.
Tragic Israeli Strikes Claim Lives of Children in Gaza
Tragic Israeli Strikes Claim Lives of Children in Gaza
Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the death of dozens, including children, as concerns escalate over civilian safety amid ongoing conflict.
In the latest wave of violence in Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have reportedly killed at least 28 individuals, including innocent children, according to the Gaza civil defense agency. Among the tragic events, an attack on a house in central Gaza resulted in the death of 13 people, while a school sheltering displaced families was struck, leading to the loss of eight lives, four of whom were children.
In response to these attacks, the United Nations has emphasized the need for Israel to halt its military actions around medical facilities, particularly near a hospital in the northern region of Gaza. The Israeli military asserts that their operations target Hamas command centers, citing that such locations may be operating from within civilian infrastructures.
Eyewitness accounts reveal the devastation inflicted by these strikes. One displaced man, Abu, shared with BBC Arabic his harrowing experience of being jolted awake by a massive explosion during the night, while another individual described the chaos and destruction as walls collapsed around them.
Pope Francis has joined the international outcry, condemning the strikes and denouncing the impact on children and critical facilities such as schools and hospitals. The director of the Kamal Adwan hospital reported damage to its generators, alleging that the Israeli army was deliberately targeting their resources, creating a highly dangerous environment for patients and medical personnel.
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the World Health Organization, has called for an immediate ceasefire around hospitals to ensure the safety of both patients and workers. He expressed deep concern over reports of bombardment near the Kamal Adwan Hospital.
As the situation escalates, Palestinian groups have suggested that a ceasefire agreement may be on the horizon. However, the ongoing conflict has already claimed the lives of over 45,000 Palestinians since it erupted on October 7, 2023, following an unprecedented attack by Hamas that resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Human Rights Watch has released statements accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, further heightening concerns about human rights violations amid this protracted conflict.
