50 Palestinians Killed in Gaza Strikes; Hospitals, Schools Under Attack Amid Humanitarian Crisis
December 23, 2024In Nuseirat refugee camp, a school housing displaced individuals was struck, resulting in one death, while additional strikes north of the camp led to four more fatalities.
Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, has emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire, urging the international community not to become numb to the violence and civilian casualties in Gaza.
Hussam Abu Safia, head of the local hospital, has warned of the potential for mass casualties due to ongoing military attacks on fuel tanks.
Al Jazeera correspondent Hani Mahmoud reported that designated safe zones, including evacuation zones, schools, shelters, and hospitals, are not safe for displaced civilians due to continuous attacks.
In a recent surge of violence, Israeli military strikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of approximately 50 Palestinians within a 24-hour period, with attacks specifically targeting displaced individuals in camps and a school.
The Israeli military's order to evacuate Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya has put around 400 civilians at risk, including newborns in incubators, as this facility is one of the few remaining operational hospitals in northern Gaza.
Reports indicate that Israeli forces have targeted the hospital with bombs and sniper fire, hitting vulnerable wards and causing civilian casualties.
Oxfam has reported that only 12 aid trucks have been allowed into northern Gaza over the past two and a half months, highlighting systematic obstructions by Israeli authorities despite the dire need for humanitarian assistance.
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Al Jazeera • Dec 23, 2024
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