Incident Overview
A strike in Al-Mawasi, a coastal community in the southern Gaza Strip, has resulted in significant casualties. The attack killed 25 people and injured 50 others.
The Israeli military claims the incident is under review. Al-Mawasi is a designated safety zone for people fleeing the fighting in Rafah, as per Israeli military instructions.
Conflicting Reports
Different reports exist regarding the number of casualties:
- Palestinian Red Crescent: 18 dead, 35 injured.
- Gaza Health Ministry: 25 killed, 50 wounded.
- International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC): 22 dead, 45 wounded at a nearby field hospital.
ICRC’s Statement
The ICRC described the attack as a “grave security incident.” They reported that heavy-calibre projectiles landed near their Gaza office, damaging the structure and causing a mass casualty influx at their field hospital. The ICRC condemned the incident, highlighting the risk posed to humanitarians and civilians.
Focus on Rafah
Rafah, bordering Egypt, has been a focal point of the Israeli military campaign since early May. The recent strike in Al-Mawasi, located near Rafah, underscores the ongoing conflict and the challenges faced by civilians and humanitarian workers in the region.
International Reactions
UN Secretary-General’s Warning
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, warning that the conflict could trigger a regional catastrophe.
Health System Crisis
The Palestinian Health Ministry has reported that Gaza’s health system is nearing collapse due to the influx of casualties. Al-Aqsa Hospital, among others, is overwhelmed with injured individuals from the ongoing conflict.
Broader Context
Since the escalation of violence on October 7, a significant number of casualties have been reported in Gaza:
Total Reported Casualties: 37,431 people killed, 85,653 wounded.
This data reflects the severe humanitarian impact of the conflict and the urgent need for international intervention and support
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