Recent reports from Palestinian health officials indicate that at least 13 individuals lost their lives in Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza, due to an Israeli strike. This incident occurred shortly after another Israeli attack in the same area resulted in the deaths of over 90 people, sparking international condemnation.
The strike, which occurred at 1:48 p.m. local time on Wednesday, targeted a street that previously housed one of the main food markets in the region. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos and devastation as civilians rushed to aid the injured. Footage captured individuals using carts and blankets to transport the wounded to a nearby field hospital operated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
This tragic event follows a deadly Israeli attack on a multi-story building the day before, which claimed the lives of more than 90 individuals, including children. The US State Department expressed frustration over the lack of explanation provided by the Israeli government regarding Tuesday's strike, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability.
Residents of northern Gaza have been enduring dire circumstances for weeks, with limited access to humanitarian aid and the closure of all three hospitals in the region at various points due to Israel's sustained bombardment. The ongoing violence has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the area, leaving civilians vulnerable and in urgent need of assistance.
