Crime

Gaza Hospital Bombing: Global Outcry as 500 Lives Lost in Israeli Strike

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7 months ago

October 18, 2023

Stella Charles Akupue

Gaza Hospital Bombing: Global Outcry as 500 Lives Lost in Israeli Strike

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Palestinian authorities reported a devastating toll from an Israeli airstrike on the al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza, claiming the lives of at least 500 individuals. The global community swiftly reacted to the tragic incident, denouncing the attack and emphasizing the need to uphold international law and humanitarian standards.

The African Union chief, Moussa Faki Mahamat, unequivocally labelled Israel’s actions as a “war crime,” emphasizing the imperative for immediate international intervention to address the crisis.

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau strongly condemned the assault, emphasizing the necessity of abiding by the laws of war and stressing the importance of protecting civilian infrastructure such as hospitals.

Doctors Without Borders (MSF), a prominent medical humanitarian organization, expressed deep dismay and horror over the bombing of the hospital, condemning the act as a “massacre.” Dr Ghassan Abu Sittah, an MSF doctor in Gaza, articulated the collective shock and grief felt within the medical community at the loss of life and the destruction of a critical healthcare facility.

Global Outcry over Gaza Hospital Bombing

The Egyptian government issued a stern statement denouncing the attack, labelling it a flagrant violation of international law. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi emphasized the need for immediate international intervention to prevent further violations and underscored the importance of protecting civilian lives in conflict zones.

High-ranking officials from the European Union, including High Representative Josep Borrell and President of the European Council Charles Michel, expressed deep regret over the tragic incident, highlighting the necessity of establishing accountability and ensuring that the perpetrators are held responsible for their actions.

French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized safeguarding civilian lives and called for immediate humanitarian access to Gaza. President of Finland Sauli Niinisto condemned the attacks on civilians, highlighting the importance of upholding international humanitarian law and the necessity for a thorough investigation into potential violations.