Deadly Israeli Strike Hits UN School in Gaza
An Israeli air raid on a UN-run school in a central Gaza refugee camp has killed dozens, hospital officials and Gaza authorities report. The strike hit the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) school in Nuseirat camp, sheltering displaced families at the time.
Death Toll Rises as Hospitals Rush to Cope
Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah confirmed receiving at least 39 bodies from the school attack, with many more wounded. Officials fear the death toll will climb as more victims arrive. The hospital also reported six fatalities from a separate airstrike on a nearby home.
Israel Claims School Was a Hamas Base
The Israeli military confirmed it targeted the school, accusing Hamas and Islamic Jihad of using it for military operations. However, they have yet to provide evidence supporting this claim. The Gaza government strongly condemned the strike, underlining that UNRWA schools serve as safe havens for displaced people amid the ongoing conflict.
Conflict Escalates Amid Global Outcry
UNRWA schools have been crucial shelters for Gaza’s 2.3 million residents displaced by war. This latest attack marks a serious escalation, drawing widespread international condemnation. Calls for an immediate ceasefire and civilian protection are growing louder as the humanitarian crisis deepens.
The deadly strike highlights the grim toll of violence on innocent civilians and intensifies urgent appeals for peace and aid efforts worldwide. More updates on casualties and diplomatic responses are expected as the situation unfolds.
