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Israeli Airstrike Destroys Al-Ahli Hospital, Intensifying Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis

An Israeli airstrike has devastated Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City, causing deaths and exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crisis amid intensified military operations.

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An early morning Israeli airstrike on the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City demolished key facilities, leading to one reported death during patient evacuations. Israel claimed the strike targeted a Hamas command center and took measures to minimize civilian harm, yet the hospital's staff received only 20 minutes of warning before the attack. This strike adds to a comprehensive military offensive as hospitals in Gaza face severe shortages. Over 50,000 deaths have occurred in Gaza since the conflict intensified on October 7, 2023, with ongoing calls for intervention to protect healthcare facilities.

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  • Israel's airstrike on al-Ahli Hospital has led to significant destruction and loss of life, raising concerns about the targeting of civilian medical facilities during the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
  • Despite claims from Israel that the hospital was being used by Hamas for military purposes, clear evidence has not been provided, leading to accusations of criminality by Palestinian officials and human rights organizations.
  • The humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with hospitals under siege and overwhelming casualties reported since the escalation of conflict that began on October 7, 2023.

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The airstrike destroyed key facilities, including the emergency department, pharmacy, and oxygen generation unit for intensive care.

Over 100 patients and dozens of medical staff were affected. Patients were relocated to other hospitals in Gaza City, such as Shifa, Al-Quds, and the Kuwait Field Hospital.

Israel claimed the hospital housed a Hamas command and control center used to plan attacks on Israeli civilians and soldiers.

Yes, over 34 hospitals have been either destroyed or forced to shut down during the conflict, severely impacting Gaza's healthcare infrastructure.

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