The recent air strike in northern Gaza by Israel has resulted in at least 93 people either killed or missing, according to the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry. The US, Israel’s key ally, has condemned the attack in the town of Beit Lahiya as a “horrifying incident with a horrifying result” and has reached out to the Israeli government for clarification. Reports suggest that children are among the dead, prompting calls for a transparent investigation into the circumstances of the attack.
State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized the importance of Israel achieving a larger strategic success and ending the campaign in a way that ensures security for all involved. The US had previously urged Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within 30 days, threatening potential restrictions on military aid. However, progress on these points has not been sufficient according to Mr. Miller.
The UN Human Rights Office also expressed shock at the attack, calling for a prompt and transparent investigation. Witness accounts and video footage reveal the devastation caused by the bombing, with bodies scattered outside a bombed building and many people left trapped without access to food or medical supplies. The Palestinian Civil Emergency Service claimed that around 100,000 people are stranded in the area without assistance. The ongoing conflict has left many in a desperate situation, with the need for a peaceful resolution more urgent than ever.
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