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Gaza Strike Kills Dozens
An Israeli strike on a Gaza house kills many, raising concerns about the humanitarian crisis and facing international scrutiny.
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Hamza AlloushFadel Naim
- What is the account of the incident by eyewitnesses?
- Eyewitnesses described the strike as an "earthquake" and reported that the house was bombed without warning. Hamza Alloush, a relative of the victims, stated that the victims were innocent civilians.
- What is the status of the humanitarian situation in Gaza?
- The death toll is expected to rise, with at least 17 bodies received at Al-Ahly Hospital in Gaza City, including nine women. Another strike in Gaza City killed a welfare ministry official and seven family members.
- What challenges are there in verifying the events in Gaza?
- The lack of access for international media to Gaza makes independent verification of events difficult, relying on information from footage, witness testimonies, and reports from aid groups and hospitals.
- What is the reported death toll from the Israeli strike in Jabalia?
- An Israeli strike on a house in Jabalia, northern Gaza, killed at least 30 people, including 13 children, according to Palestinian medics and rescuers. The IDF said it targeted terrorists operating from the site and that steps were taken to minimize civilian harm.
- What international pressure is Israel facing regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza?
- Israel's actions are under scrutiny, facing a US deadline to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or face potential restrictions on military cooperation. The UN described the situation in northern Gaza as the "darkest moment" of the war.