Gaza A senior Hamas official was killed in an Israeli airstrike that hit a hospital in southern Gaza on Sunday, according to statements from both Hamas and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The IDF confirmed the strike, stating it targeted a specific Hamas operative believed to be using the hospital as a base of operations.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of medical facilities during ongoing conflict. International law protects hospitals and medical personnel, but these protections can be compromised if the facilities are used for military purposes. The IDF maintains that it takes precautions to minimize civilian casualties during its operations.
Hamas has condemned the strike, calling it a violation of international law and accusing Israel of deliberately targeting medical infrastructure. The full impact of the strike on the hospital's operations and the surrounding area is still being assessed. Further details are expected as investigations continue.
Israeli Airstrike Kills Hamas Official at Gaza Hospital
A high-ranking Hamas official was killed in an Israeli airstrike that targeted a hospital in southern Gaza on Sunday. Both Hamas and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed the incident. The IDF stated the strike targeted a specific Hamas operative. The event raises concerns about the protection of medical facilities during conflict.
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