Title: Attack Near Gaza Hospital: Israel Claims Responsibility
Subtitle: A Look at the Recent Developments in the Israel-Gaza Conflict
GAZA, Nov 4: In a recent incident near Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, Israel has admitted to carrying out an attack that has left 15 people dead and 50 others wounded, according to health authorities run by Hamas.
Dr. Ashraf Al-Qidra said that authorities had organized a medical convoy from the hospital, traveling to the Rafah border crossing, and informed the International Committee of the Red Cross about the move.
“This Attack Near Gaza Hospital happened on November 3, 2023”
“When the ambulances moved towards the south, the occupation (Israel) targeted the ambulances in multiple locations, including on the gate of Al-Shifa medical compound,” he said. “The Israeli occupation targeted intentionally those ambulances.”
According to CNN Reports
What Happened?
Videos from the scene reveal the aftermath of the attack, showing several injured people near an ambulance. One of the vehicles seems to have been damaged by shrapnel. Israel stated that they targeted the ambulance because it was being used by Hamas. On the other hand, the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza claimed that the ambulance was part of a medical convoy from the hospital, heading to the Rafah border crossing. They had informed the International Committee of the Red Cross about their movement.
The Red Cross confirmed that they were aware of a convoy carrying wounded patients, but they were not part of it. The Palestine Red Crescent Society reported that one of its ambulances was in the convoy and was damaged by shelling, but thankfully, none of their team members were hurt.
Ongoing Conflict:
Gaza residents have endured yet another night of intense airstrikes, with the skies over northern Gaza lit up by explosions and flares.
More Headlines:
- Ground Movement: Satellite imagery and videos indicate that Israeli ground forces are moving closer to Gaza City, the most densely populated area in Gaza.
- Rocket Strikes: Two rockets struck the Israeli city of Sderot, with one hitting a kindergarten’s courtyard, causing damage but no casualties.
- Blinken’s Visit: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made his third visit to Israel since the October 7 attack by Hamas. He emphasized the need to protect Palestinian civilians while condemning Hamas. Efforts to provide humanitarian aid and free hostages are in progress.
- Hezbollah’s Leader: Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, gave a rare speech, calling for a ceasefire and praising Hamas for the October 7 attacks on Israel.
- ICC Complaint: Families of 11 victims of the October 7 Hamas attack have filed a complaint with the International Criminal Court, accusing the perpetrators of “crimes against humanity.”
- Government Warnings: The Israeli government is urging its citizens to reconsider foreign travel due to increased antisemitic incidents and violence.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to be a cause for concern, with both sides experiencing loss and suffering. International efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and provide humanitarian aid are ongoing.
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