On July 14, 2024, Israel launched a massive airstrike on the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas military leaders but resulting in significant civilian casualties. The attack hit a UN-run school in the Nuseirat refugee camp, killing at least 15 Palestinians and injuring dozens. The school was being used as a shelter for displaced Gazans, raising concerns about the protection of civilians in the ongoing conflict.The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed that the strike targeted Hamas fighters who were using the school as a hideout and operations base. The military stated that it had taken steps to minimize civilian casualties before the attack. However, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) condemned the Israeli aggression, emphasizing that there is no safe place in Gaza.This strike was part of a larger operation that reportedly targeted Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif and other high-ranking officials. While Israel claims a high likelihood of success in targeting these leaders, Hamas has denied these claims and accused Israel of justifying a ‘horrific massacre’.The attack has put ceasefire talks in jeopardy, with conflicting reports about Hamas’s participation in negotiations. The ongoing conflict, which began in October 2023, has resulted in thousands of Palestinian deaths and injuries, with the Gaza Health Ministry reporting at least 38,584 casualties.The international community, including the United States, has expressed concern over the use of US-made munitions in the strike and the impact on civilian populations. The situation remains tense, with both sides accusing each other of violating international law and using civilian infrastructure for military purposes.
Key points
- Israeli airstrike on a UN-run school in Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp killed at least 15 Palestinians.
- Israel claims the strike targeted Hamas fighters, while UNRWA condemns the attack on civilian shelters.
- The attack has jeopardized ceasefire talks and escalated tensions in the ongoing conflict.
- The Gaza Health Ministry reports over 38,000 Palestinian casualties since October 2023.
Contradictions👾There are conflicting reports about Hamas’s withdrawal from ceasefire talks, with some sources stating they have pulled out while others claim they remain engaged.
👾Israel claims to have targeted and possibly killed Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, but Hamas denies these claims.
