Hospital spokesperson reports that majority of casualties in Gaza school hit by Israeli strike are women and children

Hospital spokesperson reports that majority of casualties in Gaza school hit by Israeli strike are women and children

A spokesperson for a hospital in Deir al-Balah has confirmed that the majority of victims from a deadly Israeli air strike on a school in Gaza were women and children. The strike, which took place on Saturday, targeted a school that was serving as a field hospital and shelter for displaced people. The attack resulted in the death of at least 30 people and left more than 100 others wounded, according to the health ministry in Gaza.

The Israeli military justified the strike by claiming they had intelligence indicating that terrorists were operating in a Hamas compound located within the school. However, the devastating impact on innocent civilians, particularly women and children, has raised concerns about the disproportionate use of force in the conflict.

This tragic incident serves as a harsh reminder of the toll that the ongoing violence in Gaza is taking on the most vulnerable populations. As the death toll continues to rise and the number of casualties escalates, the international community is increasingly calling for an end to the hostilities and a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

The indiscriminate targeting of civilian areas, such as schools and hospitals, is a violation of international humanitarian law and human rights principles. It is imperative that all parties involved in the conflict exercise restraint and prioritize the protection of civilian lives.

The situation in Gaza remains volatile and the need for a peaceful and lasting solution is more pressing than ever. The voices of those affected by these senseless acts of violence, particularly the women and children who have borne the brunt of the attacks, must be heard and heeded by the international community. It is time for an end to the cycle of violence and a commitment to building a future where all individuals can live in safety and security.

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