The Israeli military launched heavy ground and aerial bombardment on Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza overnight Thursday into Friday, causing catastrophic damage to the facility. The hospital director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, reported that the attacks injured at least three medical staff members, including one who had been previously injured twice.
Dr. Abu Safiya described the night as one of the most difficult, with bombs dropped from quadcopters causing extensive destruction. Doors and windows were blown off, and water tanks were destroyed due to the intensity of the explosions. The area surrounding the hospital has been a target of intense strikes throughout the week.
The ongoing heavy bombing and destruction of buildings have created a catastrophic scene, with airstrikes and artillery shelling occurring at an unprecedented intensity and frequency. The Israeli military has been targeting Kamal Adwan Hospital on a daily basis and has raided the facility at least six times since early October.
Israeli forces claim they are targeting Hamas' presence in the area, while Hamas denies using hospitals for military operations. The two-month onslaught in northern Gaza has resulted in widespread destruction, loss of life, and severe shortages of essential supplies such as food, water, and medical resources.
The situation remains dire as the conflict continues to escalate, with both sides presenting conflicting claims about the use of hospitals for military purposes. The international community closely monitors the situation, urging for an immediate cessation of hostilities to prevent further civilian casualties and damage to critical infrastructure.
