Israeli Strike on Gaza School Compound Kills 22 Amid Ongoing Conflict
Devastating Attack on Gaza School
At least 22 people, predominantly women and children, lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike on a school compound in Gaza this Saturday. According to Palestinian officials, the airstrike targeted Hamas fighters who were allegedly hiding in the Al-Zaytoun School near Gaza City, which was being used as a shelter for thousands. A spokesperson from Gaza's Civil Defense reported that included in the fatalities were 13 children, including a 3-month-old infant. The casualties have led to further calls for humanitarian intervention as civilians voice distress over the continuous violence.
Background to the Conflict
- The Israeli military asserts the strike was on a Hamas command center.
- Hamas has been accused of using civilian structures to orchestrate operations.
- Past incidents have highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
As tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah, the ongoing strikes in Gaza continue to impact innocent lives, prompting urgent calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian assistance in an increasingly dire situation.
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