In the aftermath of a devastating Israeli ground assault on Gaza City’s Shujayea neighborhood, over 60 bodies have been recovered with dozens more feared to still be buried under the rubble. The civil defense agency has reported that more than 85% of buildings in the area are now uninhabitable, leaving more than 120,000 residents homeless.
The destruction has been particularly severe, with a medical clinic serving over 60,000 people completely destroyed. Civil defense crews are struggling to manage the multiple targeted areas and provide assistance to those affected by the violence.
According to a spokesperson for the civil defense agency, Israeli forces also fired on residents in designated evacuation routes, further endangering the lives of innocent civilians. The violence has now spread to the neighboring area of Tal al-Hawa, with initial estimates of at least 50 people killed in the ongoing conflict.
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, it is imperative for the international community to intervene and put an end to the violence and suffering of the Palestinian people. The situation in Gaza is dire, and urgent action is needed to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the conflict.
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Video “Gaza war: 60 bodies recovered in Shujayea after Israeli ground assault” was uploaded on 07/11/2024 to Youtube Channel Al Jazeera English